Baby's breath 'cerastioides'
Baby's breath 'cerastioides'
Gypsophila cerastioides
Variation
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- Small white flowers on low foliage.
- Blooms in early summer.
- Easy-care and hardy.
- Ideal for rock gardens and green roofs.
- Attracts bees.
Gypsophila cerastioides forms dense cushions of small grey-green leaves and is covered in spring with numerous white flowers delicately veined with soft pink. Its compact growth makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, stone walls, and alpine plantings. It prefers sunny locations with calcareous, well-drained soil.
Care/Water
Gypsophila cerastioides prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soil that is kept lightly moist. During warm summer periods, adequate watering ensures healthy flowers and fresh foliage.
Maintenance
Regularly remove faded flowers to extend flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. A light pruning after flowering promotes new shoots and compact growth.
Location
Prefers sunny, well-ventilated locations. Especially suitable for rock gardens, rooftop gardens, and dry beds where the plant has enough space.
Tip
Mulching or gravel around the base improves soil structure and helps retain moisture. It also reduces weeds and makes maintenance easier.
Gypsophila cerastioides blooms with small white flowers, providing a delicate and elegant accent in rock gardens and borders. Its foliage remains compact and tidy throughout the season.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Max height full grown | 20 cm |
| Plant family name | Baby's breath | Gypsophila |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Summer bloomer, Rock garden, Full sun, Dry flower, Cutting flower, Border plant. |
| Flower color | White |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
Payment methods
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