Saponaria sicula intermedia - P9

Description
The Soapwort (Saponaria sicula var. intermedia) is a popular plant for the balcony that produces countless light pink, pleasantly fragrant flowers throughout the season. The medium green leaves are lanceolate. A semi-shady location and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Bulletpoints
* Repeat-flowering * the flowers are favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Soapwort are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Soapwort has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Loose, nutrient-rich substrate preferred.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Care
Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
The light pink flowers appear from July to September. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Group planting, bee pasture, herbaceous border