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Gypsophila (Baby's Breath)
Gypsophila paniculata
Cloud of tiny stars — the filler every bouquet wants.
Full sun
Low
Well-drained, alkaline
Easy
Yes
Ornamental
Annual
Hardy
10 L
25 cm
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Dianthus
Gypsophila's airy filler flowers lighten dense dianthus foliage while both prefer well-drained soil and attract similar beneficial pollinators.
Shrub
Rose
Baby's breath attracts hoverflies and parasitic wasps that prey on rose aphids and spider mites.
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Lisianthus
Gypsophila's airy stems provide structural support for delicate lisianthus stems while their complementary textures maximize pollinator attraction.
Situations where this plant is a reliable fit — from someone's kitchen sill to a wind-blown rooftop.
Where to source
Get growing in United Kingdom
Shop local first
The best plants come from a real nursery, and the best trowel comes from the old-fashioned ironmonger down the road — people who know their stock and can advise. Try local first, both for the plant and the kit. It keeps small growers and small hardware shops alive.
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