Saponaria officinalis 'Rosea Plena' - 2026

Saponaria officinalis 'Rosea Plena' is a charming herbaceous perennial known for its double, rose-pink, fragrant flowers that bloom profusely through the summer months. The blooms are held in dense clusters atop upright stems, creating a soft and romantic display that contrasts beautifully with its bright green, lance-shaped foliage. This cultivar is perfect for adding a cottage garden charm to borders or naturalised areas, where its free-flowering nature provides long-lasting colour and fragrance.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it grows best in moist but well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of conditions once established. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding ecological value to the garden. Easy to grow and maintain, this plant may gently self-seed, naturalising over time to form attractive colonies. Regular deadheading can help extend the flowering season and prevent excessive spread, making it both ornamental and practical for wildlife-friendly planting schemes.