Cut flower

Gypsophila (Baby's Breath)

Cloud of tiny stars — the filler every bouquet wants.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained, alkaline

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks gypsophila seed varieties suited to UK climate, including perennial types hardy through London winters.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and plastic pots in sizes ideal for gypsophila's shallow root systems and drainage needs.

Amazon UK

Supplies hand forks and trowels useful for planting gypsophila seedlings and weeding around established clumps.