Depending on the variety, gypsophila blooms between May and October. The flower color is usually white, sometimes pink. Gypsophila is ideal as a filling material for bouquets and can also be dried easily.
When is the flowering time of gypsophila?
Gypsophila blooms between May and October, depending on the variety. Typically in white or pink. Varieties such as 'Pink Beauty' bloom May-July, 'Flamingo' until October, and 'Rosenveil' June-August. Ideal conditions are sunny to partially shaded locations and rather dry soil.
When do the different types of gypsophila bloom?
The upholstery gypsophila 'Pink Beauty' blooms dark pink from May to July. It only grows to about 10 cm high. The double variety 'Flamingo' blooms for a particularly long time. It will delight you with pink-red double flowers until October. The variety 'Rosenveil' has delicate pink flowers. It blooms from June to August, is special and grows to around 30 – 40 cm tall.
Tips for beautiful flowers:
- sunny to partially shaded location
- rather dry soil
- Avoid waterlogging at all costs
Tips & Tricks
If your baby's breath (lat. Gypsophila paniculata) is not blooming well, then check the soil. If it is too moist, the flowering will suffer or stop altogether.
