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Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
Creeping Gypsophila
Caryophyllaceae
Height
15 cm
Flower colour
white
Flowering time
June - August
Foliage colour
green
Sunlight
sun
Soil
well drained, gritty
pH
neutral - alkaline
Hardiness
fairly hardy, given adequate drainage
Plant range
the species is native to mountains in Central- and S-Europe
Gypsophila is a genus in the family Caryophyllaceae, with a wide distribution around Eurasia, Africa and Oceania, with the greatest number of species in Turkey. They have a deep root system and dislike being disturbed. They grow best in deep, well drained soil in full sun.
Propagation:
Cuttings - early summer.
Seed - sown in March.
Seed is not covered or just covered and stored at 20°C (68°F) until germination.
Needs full sun and well drained, gritty soil.
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