This herbaceous perennial forms a low mound habit with fine branches that have narrow lanced-shaped grey green leaves. The white to pink broad funnel-shaped flowers appear in a cluster amongst the foliage from summer to early autumn.

Hardiness zones 5 to 10

Gypsophila paniculata is naturally found in Central Europe growing in very well drained sandy loams that are organic rich and tending alkaline. It prefers a open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant.

Baby's Breath is a light and airy looking perennial that is commonly used in floral arrangements or is grown in small gardens as a spill-over or as a ground cover. It is also planted in hanging baskets or used as a low filler plant along front borders. It is suitable for cottage gardens and is fast growing, establishing in one season. ID 968

Gypsophila(gip-SOF-i-la) paniculata (pa-niki-ew-LA-ta)

Caryophyllaceae (kar-ree-oh-fil-AY-see-ee)
Carnation Family