Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000684
11/12/99

Gypsophila repens--Creeping Baby's Breath


Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Height: 8 in Spread: 18 in
Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: Pink, white

Comments: A creeping, prostrate growth habit makes this a
useful edging or rock garden plant. The flowers are
produced in early summer.

Propagation: The plant has a tough taproot so division may
be difficult. Otherwise seeds or cuttings are used.

Cultivars:
'Alba' - White flowers.
'Rosea' ('Pink Baby') - Pale pink flowers.
(Vis. 1)

References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1999, Ray
Wiegand's Nursery 1999, Bailey Nurseries 1997, Weston
Nurseries 1999, Sheridan Nurseries 1999, Midwest
Groundcovers 1999, Willoway Nurseries 1999.


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