Saponaria × lempergii 'Max Frei'
soapwort
Producing a tumbling mass of soft pink, five-petalled flowers on hairy stems from June to August, this low-growing, evergreen perennial is perfect for the front of a sunny, well-drained border, rock garden or raised bed.
Having a preference for neutral to slightly alkaline soil, Saponaria × lempergii 'Max Frei' makes a good choice for a site recently cleared of builders' rubble.
Having a preference for neutral to slightly alkaline soil, Saponaria × lempergii 'Max Frei' makes a good choice for a site recently cleared of builders' rubble.
How to care for Saponaria × lempergii Max Frei:
Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot, preparing the soil with some garden compost to give it a good start. Space plants to allow air circulation, as this helps reduce the risk of disease. Water regularly during the first season to establish roots, then cut back slightly in early spring to encourage fresh growth and abundant flowering.
Deadhead spent blooms to prolong the display and maintain a tidy appearance. Once established, this hardy perennial requires only modest attention and will happily spread, producing masses of fragrant, bright pink flowers throughout the summer.
Deadhead spent blooms to prolong the display and maintain a tidy appearance. Once established, this hardy perennial requires only modest attention and will happily spread, producing masses of fragrant, bright pink flowers throughout the summer.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Chalky
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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