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Gypsophila cerastioides ‘Pixie Splash’


Baby’s Breath

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.240.230


A very low cousin to the familiar Baby’s Breath of florist shops, this species is well suited to growing in the rock garden, rock wall or alpine trough. It forms a compact tuft or mound of small, rounded fresh green leaves, with taller branching stems that are studded with starry flowers from late spring into the summer. Petals are white with a splash of pink. Requires a well-drained site. Clumps may be divided in spring or early autumn. Drought tolerant. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. May remain evergreen in mild winter regions.

Further details for
Gypsophila cerastioides ‘Pixie Splash’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   10-20 cm
   4-8 inches
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Gypsophila cerastioides ‘Pixie Splash’


Baby’s Breath

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.240.230


A very low cousin to the familiar Baby’s Breath of florist shops, this species is well suited to growing in the rock garden, rock wall or alpine trough. It forms a compact tuft or mound of small, rounded fresh green leaves, with taller branching stems that are studded with starry flowers from late spring into the summer. Petals are white with a splash of pink. Requires a well-drained site. Clumps may be divided in spring or early autumn. Drought tolerant. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. May remain evergreen in mild winter regions.

Further details for
Gypsophila cerastioides ‘Pixie Splash’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   10-20 cm
   4-8 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate