A small mat with tufts of grey hairy green leaves. Clusters of pretty trumpet-shaped white flowers veined and slightly tinted pink. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Gypsophila cerastioides
A small mat with tufts of grey hairy green leaves. Clusters of pretty trumpet-shaped white flowers veined and slightly tinted pink.
Additional information
| Generic | Gypsophila |
|---|---|
| Species | cerastioides |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, pink |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, grey |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Alpine house |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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