About
A colourful annual, reaching 20-60cm, with a bushy habit with fresh green foliage. It produces abundant flowers all season. 'Dorothy Teacher' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Gypsophila can be annuals or perennials, sometimes evergreen, with narrow, greyish leaves and large sprays of small flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets
Care notes
CultivationFertile, moist soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow seed in spring
Pest resistanceAphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould in wet conditions