Overview
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' is a plant with a clump forming, spreading branched habit in the genus Gypsophila, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cut flowers, flower borders and beds, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' is a clump-forming, spreading-branched Gypsophila in the carnation family with deciduous foliage and a profusion of flowering stems. It suits full sun and well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as chalk, loam or sand. Flowering occurs from June to September. The habit and branching make it useful for cutting and for informal mixed borders.
About the genus
Gypsophila is a genus of flowering plants in the carnation family, Caryophyllaceae. They are native to Eurasia, Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Turkey has a particularly high diversity of Gypsophila taxa, with about 35 endemic species.
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In the garden
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' sits in the Caryophyllaceae and presents as a clump-forming, spreading-branched perennial with leaves that die back seasonally. As a garden cultivar it fits where a branched, multi-stemmed habit is required rather than a single-stem form. Exact wild origin is not used here; treat it as an ornamental Gypsophila suited to temperate UK conditions. Position plants in full sun on a south- or west-facing site and provide very free-draining soil; chalk, loam or sand on neutral to alkaline pH are appropriate. It tolerates exposed as well as sheltered locations, but avoid heavy, waterlogged ground. The UK hardiness rating H4 indicates average winter hardiness, so plants will survive typical British winters in most areas without special protection. Use Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' where cut flowers or airy, branching stems are wanted: put it into flower borders and beds, cottage-style mixes or wildlife-friendly schemes. Flowers appear from June to September, supplying a steady run of stems through the summer, and the plant’s spreading branching habit produces multiple stems suitable for cutting to bring indoors or to extend displays in borders.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gypsophila
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier'
- Propagation
- Root cuttings in autumn-winter
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to stem rots
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier'?
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' need?
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' hardy in the UK?
Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Gypsophila 'Rosenschleier'?
Root cuttings in autumn-winter.
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