Creeping Baby's Breath (Gypsophila Repens) is a perennial herb in the Caryophyllaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low-growing perennial plant with delicate flowers, commonly used as groundcover or edging in gardens.

Creeping Baby's Breath

Creeping Baby's Breath

Gypsophila Repens

A low-growing perennial plant with delicate flowers, commonly used as groundcover or edging in gardens.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, edging, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Baby's Breath

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Creeping Baby's Breath
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Taxonomy

Family:Caryophyllaceae
Genus:Gypsophila