Easy to grow, both red and white Gypsophila provide an excellent foil for other border plants. The slender stems are very useful for cut or dried flower arrangements. A hardy annual which grows in any ordinary well-drained soil in a sunny location. Very strong sunlight may, however, cause the flower colour to fade.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow thinly, direct in flowering position.
Depth: Thin plants to about 15cm (6in) apart if required.
Growing notes: Just cover seeds with soil and keep moist. Make successive sowings so you can have a continuous supply of flowers for indoor decoration.

Growing Needs

Soil: Well-drained soil
Water: Just cover seeds with soil and keep moist

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Hardy annual
Uses: Easy to grow, both red and white Gypsophila provide an excellent foil for other border plants