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Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
Also Known As
- White Creeping Baby's Breath
Plant type
groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Gypsophila repens 'Alba' plant details
Gypsophila repens 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
- Plant type: groundcover
- Plant family: caryophyllaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, cottage garden, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Gypsophila paniculata 'Danghappy'
aka Gypsophila paniculata 'Happy Festival', Happy Festival™ Baby's Breath
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Silverstar Fastigiate Baby's Breath
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Compact Double Baby's Breath
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Red Neck Baby's Breath
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Alpine Baby’s Breath
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7b-9b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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