Gypsophila (Baby's Breath) - Key Growing Information

Gypsophila, more commonly known as baby's breath, forms cloud-like mounds of tiny white flowers.

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

7-14 days at 70-72°F (21-22°C).

SOWING:

Sow every 2 weeks to ensure a continuous supply of blooms throughout the summer.
Direct seed (recommended): After last frost sow 1/8" deep and barely cover.
Transplant: Sow 6-8 weeks before last frost. Transplant into cell packs or larger containers when the first true leaves appear. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Relatively poor soil. Rich soil causes vigorous growth which is easily beaten down by rain.

PLANT SPACING:

8".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

HARVEST:

Fresh: Harvest when 70-90% of the flowers in a spray are open.

USE:

Cut flower.

PLANT HEIGHT:

18-24".

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Gypsophila elegans

Gypsophila (Baby's Breath)