Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball'
Baby's Breath
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Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - Description
Early-blooming plants are covered with small, well-doubled, ball-like flowers, which may include a few singles. Use fresh or dried.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - Blooming
In larger types, plants will rebloom if cut back after the first flowering.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - Growth
Gypsophila grows best in full sun.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - 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.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - Pest
Common problems include crown gall, crown rot, stem rot, and bacterial soft rot.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - Interesting facts
Gypsophila means "chalk lover" as Baby's breath grows well in chalky, calcium-rich soils.
Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Early Snowball') - 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.
