Gypsophila repens 'Alba': Creeping Baby's Breath

Gypsophila repens 'Alba' is a charming, low-growing, mat-forming perennial known as Creeping Baby's Breath. Unlike its tall, airy cousin (G. paniculata), this species forms a dense cushion of narrow, gray-green leaves, from which rise short stems bearing masses of small, pure white, five-petaled flowers in late spring to early summer. The effect is a cloud of white just above the foliage. It has a gentle, trailing habit, lovely spilling over walls or edging paths.

Plant Profile

Creeping Baby's Breath prefers full sun and sharply drained, alkaline to neutral soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and dislikes winter wet. Perfect for rock gardens, alpine troughs, dry stone walls, and the front of sunny borders. Shear lightly after flowering to maintain a tight cushion. A delightful, fine-textured plant for cottage and alpine gardens.