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    Gypsophila petrea

    Also Known As

    • Gypsophila petraea
    • Gypsophila transylvanica
    • Baby's Breath

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 24"
    • W: 18"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9a

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    Gypsophila petrea plant details

    Gypsophila petrea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Gypsophila petrea

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN wide, 24 IN tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gypsophila petrea

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dense mounds somewhat like Saponaria caespitosa with white flowers in ball-like clusters on short stems. Petraea is cute enough for a trough but so easy to grow that even a beginner will have no problems. ZONE 4

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Gypsophila petrea plant

    How to Grow Gypsophila petrea

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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