Water
Water consistently to maintain moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Annual Baby's-Breath · Baby's Breath · Showy Babysbreath
Showy Baby's-Breath (Gypsophila elegans) is a delicate annual with a profusion of small, white or pink flowers, perfect for bouquets and garden beds.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for best flowering.
100% intensity
Can tolerate partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
100% intensity
Water more frequently in hot, dry weather.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly alkaline to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
100% intensity
Ideal range is 15-24 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
100% intensity
Every 2-4 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently to maintain moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding. Trim back lightly after flowering if desired to maintain shape.
Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Seeds germinate quickly in warm, moist soil.
As an annual, repotting is generally not applicable. If grown in pots, ensure adequate drainage and repot into a slightly larger container if root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Showy Baby's-Breath (Gypsophila elegans)
Where Showy Baby's-Breath (Gypsophila elegans) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Gypsophila |
| Species | Gypsophila elegans |
Similar in genus Gypsophila
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