Overview
Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Gypsophila, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. Like other Gypsophila species, it features slender, grey-green foliage and produces abundant clusters of petite white blooms during summer and autumn. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun, preferring south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained alkaline or neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. Hardy to UK zone H4, it suits city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as wildlife gardens. Propagation is by seed sown in late winter or root cuttings taken in late autumn or winter.
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 'White Flare' (Festival Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series)
- Propagation
- Propagate by sowing seed in late winter. Take root cuttings in late autumn or 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 'White Flare' (Festival Series)?
Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) need?
Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) 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 'White Flare' (Festival Series) hardy in the UK?
Gypsophila 'White Flare' (Festival Series) 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 'White Flare' (Festival Series)?
Propagate by sowing seed in late winter. Take root cuttings in late autumn or winter.
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