Creeping Baby's Breath
Gypsophila Repens
Overview
Creeping Baby's Breath (Gypsophila repens) is a perennial ground cover, thriving in USDA zones 3-9. It forms a low mat up to 6-12 inches wide, with delicate, small leaves. In late spring to summer, it blooms with petite, white or pale pink flowers, adding a soft texture to garden edges. Preferring well-drained soil, it’s ideal for rock gardens or cascading over walls, requiring full sun for optimal flourishing.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type Ground cover, Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Perennial
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
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