Gypsophila paniculata 'Snowflake' - Baby's Breath
Gypsophila paniculata ‘Snowflake’ brings that unmistakable cloud-like quality to summer borders, producing masses of dainty, double white flowers on a billowing framework of slender stems. Individually the blooms are tiny, but together they create a frothy display that seems to float above the foliage.
Better known as Baby’s Breath, Gypsophila is a natural partner for roses and other bold-flowered perennials, softening their outlines without stealing the show. ‘Snowflake’ also looks lovely spilling informally through a sunny cottage-style border, where its loose, branching habit adds movement and an appealing sense of lightness.
It is just as useful for cutting. Those delicate white flowers have long been treasured by florists for adding volume and softness to arrangements, and having a clump growing in the garden means plenty of stems can be enjoyed indoors during its summer flowering season.
Supplied in approx. 1 litre containers.
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Gypsophila paniculata ‘Snowflake’ brings that unmistakable cloud-like quality to summer borders, producing masses of dainty, double white flowers on a billowing framework of slender stems. Individually the blooms are tiny, but together they create a frothy display that seems to float above the foliage.
Better known as Baby’s Breath, Gypsophila is a natural partner for roses and other bold-flowered perennials, softening their outlines without stealing the show. ‘Snowflake’ also looks lovely spilling informally through a sunny cottage-style border, where its loose, branching habit adds movement and an appealing sense of lightness.
It is just as useful for cutting. Those delicate white flowers have long been treasured by florists for adding volume and softness to arrangements, and having a clump growing in the garden means plenty of stems can be enjoyed indoors during its summer flowering season.
Supplied in approx. 1 litre containers.
The name Gypsophila comes from Greek words meaning roughly “gypsum-loving”, a reference to the plant’s association with calcium-rich, chalky soils. Its familiar name, Baby’s Breath, is rather more romantic and perfectly suits the misty appearance of those countless tiny flowers.
Plant ‘Snowflake’ in full sun and well-drained soil, ideally somewhere alkaline or neutral rather than strongly acidic. Gypsophila dislikes sitting in wet ground, particularly over winter, so good drainage is important and heavy soils should be improved before planting. Water regularly while newly planted, but once established it copes well with relatively dry conditions. Taller flowering stems may appreciate some discreet support in exposed positions. Cut the plant back after flowering to keep the clump tidy and encourage healthy growth, and avoid disturbing established plants unnecessarily as Gypsophila develops a substantial taproot.