A mat-forming alpine with narrow blue-green leaves. Loose panicles of star-shaped pale pink flowers that darken with age all summer. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Gypsophila repens ‘Dorothy Teacher’
A mat-forming alpine with narrow blue-green leaves. Loose panicles of star-shaped pale pink flowers that darken with age all summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Gypsophila |
|---|---|
| Species | repens |
| Varietry | 'Dorothy Teacher' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | June, 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 | |
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