Saponaria ocymoides Seeds (Rock Soapwort)

Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides), also known as Tumbling Ted, is a delightful perennial plant that is prized for its vibrant display of pink flowers. Growing in compact mounds, it reaches a mature height of around 6-12 inches and spreads up to 24 inches. This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. Rock Soapwort prefers full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens or borders. Propagated through Saponaria ocymoides seeds, this plant adds charm to any garden with its abundance of small, fragrant flowers.

Growing Saponaria ocymoides from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Mediterranean, Semiarid, Subarctic, Tundra
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Pink

Germinating Rock Soapwort Flower Seeds

To germinate Saponaria ocymoides, begin by sowing the seeds on the surface of a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil consistently moist, provide a temperature of around 70°F, and provide indirect light. Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks.

We source all of our Saponaria ocymoides seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Rock Soapwort seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Rock Soapwort seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Saponaria ocymoides seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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