Homepage
  Return to Perennials
  Printable Page


   
Botanical Name: Gypsophila
Common Name: Baby's Breath
Hardiness: Zone 3 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Colours: Pink; White
Foliage: Airy, gray-green
Height: 24 - 36 inches
Spread: 24 - 36 inches
Soil Type: Slightly alkaline
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Care Level: Easy
Gypsophila Pink Fairy

General Description:
The paniculata is a tried and true perennial performer with full, upright sprays of tiny pink or white flowers. The plant gives a whispy, airy texture to the garden. A great cut flower filler for floral arrangements. The repens is dwarf, trailing variety with small white flowers forming large mats of foliage for your rock garden.

Care and Maintenance:
May require staking in open areas. Note need for slightly alkaline soils. Not a profuse rebloomer.

Uses & Features:
Mid Border
Accent Plant
Cut/Dried Flowers
Summer Filler
Varieties Available:
paniculata:
Pink Fairy (pink)
Bristol Fairy(white)
repens:
Alba (white)