Species baby's breath
Baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf') with elongated green foliage and small white flowers

baby's breath

Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf'

Baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf') is an amazing and hardy flower. This low-growing perennial produces masses of white, star-shaped blooms that float atop graceful, wispy stems. It blooms continuously from midsummer until the first frost, making it a great choice for any garden. The flowers are a perfect filler in bouquets and other floral arrangements, offering a timeless and elegant look. It prefers to be in full sun with moist well-drained soil, and it's incredibly easy to maintain and care for. If you're looking for some drama in your garden, the delicate flowers of Baby's breath are sure to add a touch of beauty.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun

Soil:

Alkaline, Well-drained

Fruits:

white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

It is important to water Baby's Breath regularly to ensure healthy and vibrant growth. Water thoroughly and deeply so that the soil is completely saturated and has time to drain before the next watering. For best results, water Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf' in the morning around 6am, 2 to 3 times per week during the growing season. In the winter months, watering should be reduced to every other week. During periods of drought or extreme heat, increase watering frequency as needed to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

sunlight

Baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf') prefers a location in full sun for optimal growth. This species should receive at least 6-8 hours of sunlight a day to ensure its health and beauty. In some areas, plants may need additional protective shade during the heat of the afternoon in the summer; otherwise, full sun is preferred. Sunlight is also essential for the blooming of baby's breath. To ensure a healthy crop of blooms, this species needs adequate sunlight exposure throughout the growing season.

pruning

Baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf') should be pruned once or twice a year in early spring and then again in early summer. In early spring, prune the plant back by about 1 third to promote dense foliage and bloom. In early summer, prune lightly, by cutting back the stems to the desired shape or size. Avoid pruning them too severely, as this can damage or even kill the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf' typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Gypsophila paniculata 'Viette's Dwarf' is in July and August.

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