Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy'

Russian Vine

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Common Name:

Russian Vine

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Description

An All-America Winner with delicate, 1/4" pink flowers. Ideal for containers and cutting gardens. Sow seed directly outdoors. Height 10". GARDEN HINTS: Has a rather short blooming season; sow at 2-3 week intervals for a continuous display or harvest.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Blooming

In larger types, plants will rebloom if cut back after the first flowering.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Growth

Gypsophila grows best in full sun.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Planting

Grow all types from basal cuttings of from seeds, or divide. Seeds can be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before outdoor planting time. Space 2-3' apart.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Pest

Common problems include crown gall, crown rot, stem rot, and bacterial soft rot.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Interesting facts

Gypsophila means "chalk lover" as Baby's breath grows well in chalky, calcium-rich soils.

Russian Vine (Gypsophila muralis 'Gypsy') - Soil and irrigation

Moderate water. Dries out quickly in hot, wet weather and poor-draining soil. Add lime to strongly acid soils, but most species do fine in neutral to slightly alkaline soil that is moist and well-drained. You do not need to water until after the foliage has started to grow, and only water 1-2 times a week if soil becomes dry.