Gypsophila paniculata L.
Baby's breath
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Description
Baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Caryophyllaceae family, native from southeastern and eastern Europe to Siberia. In gardens it grows 80 to 100 cm tall. Its delicate, cloud‑like flower spikes in white or pale pink make it a classic companion for roses and phlox in perennial borders. Popular garden varieties include ‘Schneeflocke’, with pure white, often densely packed flowers, and ‘Flamingo’, with densely packed light pink spikes. Cut stems can be dried well and remain as dried flowers for months.
Care instructions
Plant Baby's breath in a full‑sun, warm location with well‑drained, lime‑rich soil, waterlogging damages the taproots and causes rot. Water needs are low; once established the plant copes well with natural rainfall. After the first flowering, cut the stems back by about one third, which often stimulates a second flowering in late summer. In autumn cut the stems a handbreadth above the ground; a winter cover is usually unnecessary for established plants in DACH regions.
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