Plant preorder for the 2027 season will begin mid to late November

Saponaria lempergii 'Max Frei'

Regular price $1599
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2027 pre-order will begin late November

  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Soapwort
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Bloom Color: Pink
  • Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
  • Garden Height: 6- 12 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 18 Inches

Beautiful pink flowers in abundance during the summer and fall that make quite an impact. The simple, lance-shaped leaves are a rich green color and are semi-evergreen. It is deer tolerant and attracts hummingbirds, as well as butterflies. The sap of its roots has been used to make soap and do laundry since the days of old. We just love the eye-catching color of this heavy bloomer. 

Uses: Beds, Borders, Cottage Gardens, Containers, Edging, Ground Cover, Rock Gardens
Nature Attraction: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance: Deer
Notable Features: Sap of Roots Used to Make Soap
Growth Habit: Mounding/Spreading
Water Requirements: Water soil fully, then let mostly dry out between waterings. 

Homeowner Growing Tips

Grow in full sun, in well-drained soil. Does best in regions with cool night temperatures. After blooming, cut the plant back by half to keep tidy and promote additional flowers.

Delivery and Shipping

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We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Plants are regularly trimmed as part of standard care. You might receive plants that have already been cut back, which supports better longevity, performance, and appearance.  

Images show mature plants and may not match exactly what is shipped.

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Maryann Nowakowski
Waiting for spring

I’m not familiar with this particular plant, however, reading the descriptive matter, it sounded like something that would fit right into the spot that I was thinking of in my garden. It has settled in nicely, especially considering this late time of the year. I’ll be looking forward to new spring growth and flowers.

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