This guide is derived and condensed from Danziger's Gypsophila Cultivation Guide. We highly recommend reading it in its entirety, as it is a Work of Art. Danziger is the breeder of our Gypsophila, Veronica Skyler, Glory Solidago, and Scoop Scabiosa.
| Common Name | Gypsophila aka Baby's Breath |
| Genus | Gypsophila |
| Species | G. Paniculata |
| Family | Cariophyllaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Tray Size | 50 (half tray) |
| Plug Care | Harden off for the field, or transplant right away into a tunnel. If you cannot transplant, bump up to larger pots. |
| Netting / Staking | 2 layers of support netting |
| Temperature Range | 59F to 77F |
| Spacing | Depends on the variety – 6-8 plants per square meter net |
| Soil Preference | All types of drained soils, light soils are preferable, and on detached medias such as volcanic ash. |
| Day Length | Quantitative long day. A long day of 12-13 hours is required to initiate flowering. Keep in mind that low temperatures will inhibit flowering even if long days are present. |
| Pinching | Pinch 5-7 weeks after planting, focusing on the quality stems. A low pinch will result in heavier and fewer stems. A high pinch will yield higher production. |
| When to Plant | Plant plugs into cool soil in the spring, soon after your last outdoor frost. |
| Harvesting & Post Harvest Care | Consult page 25-28 of the Danziger Gypsophila Cultivation Guide for complete harvesting and post-harvest guidelines. |
| Diseases / Insects | Leaf miners, thrips, caterpillars, spider mites, powdery mildew, downy mildew, alternaria rhizoctonia, pitium |
| Bailey's Notes | |
| Resources |
Danziger Gypsophila Cultivation Guide Danziger Culture Description (downloads as .pdf) |