Saponaria Pink Beauty

LATIN NAME
Vaccaria hispanica

DAYS TO MATURITY About Quick Fact Days To Maturity
55 - 65 Days

LIFE CYCLE About Quick Fact Life Cycle
Annual

HYBRID STATUS About Quick Fact Hybrid Status
Open Pollinated

DAYS TO GERMINATION:
7-10 days at 70°F (21°C).

SOWING:
Performs best in areas with cool summers. Sow at 2-3 week intervals until midsummer for continuous bloom. Blooms July to August. Direct seed (recommended) - Sow in early spring when the soil is cool and a light frost is still possible. Sow 2-3 seeds every 2", 1/8" deep. Thin to stand 2-9" apart when the first true leaves appear. Transplant - Sow directly into 72-cell plug flats, 2-3 seeds per cell, 2-3 weeks before last frost. Lightly cover seed. Thin to 1 plant per cell. harden off and transplant outdoors after last frost.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average, well-drained soil.

PLANT SPACING:
2-9".

HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.

HARVEST:
When 1-2 flowers in a spray are open.

USES:
Excellent cut-flower filler. Cottage gardens.

ALTERNATE NAMES:
Soapwort, cow soapwort
Multiple orders of a single item may be combined into 1 seed envelope unless otherwise instructed by buyer.

Multiple orders of a single item may be combined into 1 seed envelope unless otherwise instructed by buyer.We take great care to provide high-quality seeds, corms, and bulbs, all of which are tested for acceptable germination rates. However, because successful growth depends on various factors beyond our control—such as planting conditions, weather, and care—we cannot offer refunds for seeds, corms, or bulbs that do not germinate or sprout.

Thank you for your understanding and support. If you have any questions about planting or care, we’re happy to help!