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groundcover

Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet'

Gypsophila repens 'Silver Carpet'

The Story

Plant Bio

Gypsophila repens 'Silver Carpet' is a low-growing perennial with dense, spreading mats of fine, silvery-gray foliage and small, white, star-shaped flowers that create a delicate, cloud-like appearance.

This cultivar is distinguished by its striking silvery foliage and its vigorous, ground-covering habit, making it ideal for rock gardens and trailing over walls or containers.

Uses & Benefits:

Features delicate, silvery-white blooms that add a soft texture to sunny borders.

Drought tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.

Provides habitat for beneficial insects and pollinators.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Groundcover

Height

6 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Low

Humidity

Average

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Mountains of Europe

Toxicity

Mildly toxic if ingested, can cause skin irritation

Bloom period

Late spring – Late fall

In flower about 7 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Tuck seeds onto well-drained soil surface in early spring
Mist cuttings lightly to maintain moisture
Water regularly until established, about 6 weeks
Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding
Place in full sun for best growth
Apply a light mulch to conserve moisture

Pro Tip

Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot and promote healthy growth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water sparingly once established 💧
Prune back dead stems after flowering
Mulch to retain soil moisture

Don't

Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot ❌
Don’t fertilize heavily; it prefers poor soils
Refrain from excessive pruning during late fall

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Silvery-groundcover for rock gardensSoft border edging with a shimmering effectLow-maintenance planting for sunny slopes

Companion Plants

Lavender SedumThyme EchinaceaRussian sage

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' questions

What zones can Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' grow in?

Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet', especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' bloom?

Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' typically blooms in late spring through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' need full sun?

Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Creeping Baby's Breath 'Silver Carpet' handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.