Can you tell me the best way to grow gipsoflia

Mcl22422513
by Mcl22422513
is it in a pot or in the garden

  2 answers
  • Kim Kim on Feb 12, 2018

    From West Coast Seeds


    Dainty Baby’s Breath is actually quite a tough plant. Ordinary soil will do. Be sure it is not too rich, and avoid feeding plants. Cut back after flowering to encourage a second bloom. This species is well suited to xeriscaping. Follow these handy How to Grow Gypsophila Baby’s Breath instructions and grow these delicate blooms.

    Latin

    Gypsophila elegans

    Family: Caryophyllaceae

    Difficulty

    Easy, Annual

    Season & Zone

    Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

    Zone: 2-10

    Timing

    Plants bloom quickly from seed, so start outdoors, direct sowing in early spring in cool soil, when a light frost is still possible… Around March 15th on the coast. In mild winter areas, it can also be direct sown in late autumn. Germination takes 10-20 days. Sow every 3-4 weeks until July for continuous blooms.

    Starting

    Just cover the small seeds, and thin or space to 15-20cm (6-8″). Crowded plants bloom better.

    Note that the Baby’s Breath one associates with bridal bouquets is grown in very controlled settings, and harvested with precision just as the flower buds begin to open. This is the same flowering plant, but it is difficult to predict exactly when the plants will be bouquet-ready. To grow for summer weddings, direct sow large amounts at regular three week intervals starting in early spring when there is still a risk of frost. That would be mid-March here on the coast. Keep plants relatively crowded. This is the only way to ensure that at least some of your Baby’s Breath will be at its peak for your special event.


    West Coast Seeds

  • Aka Baby's Breath. See if these links help.


    https://www.westcoastseeds.com/how-to-grow-guides/grow-gypsophila/


    http://www.gardenersnet.com/flower/babyb.htm


    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/babys-breath/growing-babys-breath-flowers.htm


    I myself have never had success in pots. At my mom's house it grows like weed in ground. At my house, I have always struggled with it.