Gypsophila Growing Guide

Gypsophila paniculata

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Any fertile soil with good drainage and an alkaline or near-neutral pH.

Position

Full sun.

Frost tolerant

Moderate. Young seedlings often escape damage from light frost, but may be injured by sudden freezes. Perennial forms are winter hardy.

Feeding

Mix a light application of a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil prior to planting. In early summer, drench plants with a liquid feed to support strong growth.

Spacing

Single Plants: 7" (20cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 7" (20cm) with 7" (20cm) row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors in late winter and set out the seedlings while the soil is still cool. Or, sow seeds where you want the plants to grow in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Perennial forms of baby’s breath are invasive in many climates, but this is not an issue with annual baby’s breath (Gypsophila elegans).

Harvesting

Cut stems for flower arrangements when half of the flowers are open.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Gypsophila

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail