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Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath

Gypsophila Paniculata

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Overview

Gypsophila paniculata, commonly known as Baby's Breath, is a beloved perennial valued for its airy clouds of tiny white flowers. Favored in garden designs for its delicate texture, this plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it blooms from early summer to fall, adding a soft, ethereal touch to landscapes and floral arrangements. USDA zones 3-9.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Trim back after the first bloom to encourage a second flowering and denser growth; this, image 81
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — making this plant a staple for fresh bouquets and dried floral arrangements; airy touch to, image 79
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — this plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — perennial for full; trim back after the first bloom to encourage a second flowering and denser growth
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — thriving particularly well in well-drained soil that's on the alkaline side; trim back after the first
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — airy touch to any garden design; but can tolerate partial shade
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — and as a complement to roses; trim back after the first bloom to encourage a second, image 76
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — ethereal touch to landscapes and floral arrangements; airy touch to any garden design, image 63
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Hardiness is a notable feature
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — but can tolerate partial shade
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — The flowers last particularly well when cut; but can tolerate partial shade, image 78
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — cloud-like white or pink blooms that create a frothy; this plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — commonly known as Baby's Breath; this plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — This plant is known for its fine branching and profusion of tiny; trim back after the first, image 92
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Baby's Breath adds a light
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — perennial with pink and white blooms
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — it blooms from early summer to fall; but can tolerate partial shade, image 90
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — with a similar spread of 2 to 3 feet; but can tolerate partial shade
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Hardiness is a notable feature; but can tolerate partial shade, image 70
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — with a similar spread of 2 to 3 feet; but can tolerate partial shade, image 94
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Plant it in mass for a dramatic
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — Regular watering and occasional fertilizing will keep this charming plant looking its best
Baby's Breath, Baby'S-Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata) — this plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and spreads up to 2 feet; trim back after the, image 60
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