About
A hardy annual with slim, green to grey leaves and slim stems which produce masses of small white flowers from mid to late summer.
About the genus
Gypsophila can be annuals or perennials, sometimes evergreen, with narrow, greyish leaves and large sprays of small flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGood for cutting. Grow in a deep, light, preferably alkaline, very well-drained soil in full sun; dislikes winter wet
PruningCut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of flowers
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a stem rot