GYPSOPHILA elegans (Baby's Breath, Carmine)
A delicate, springy look is created by tiny crimson flowers and feathery gray-green leaves. This plant is great for floral arrangements and grows quickly in the backyard garden. In full to partial sun with dry to moderate moisture, plants are easy to grow. It was once a common wildflower in much of Europe and Asia. In rising temperatures, they begin to melt. This delicate flower has become well-known as a filler in bouquets in the horticulture industry.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 21,875 | 331 |
| 1/4LB | 87,500 | 1,325 |
| 1/2LB | 175,000 | 2,650 |
| 1LB | 350,000 | 5,300 |
| 5LB | 1,750,000 | 26,500 |
Scientific Name: Gypsophila Elegans
Common Name: Baby's Breath, Carmine
Plant Type: Annuals
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Native Range: Eurasia
Full Growth Height: 8-16 "
Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Blooming Season: Summer
Flower: Cut Flowers, Showy
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies
Flower Color: Red, Dark Pink
Tolerate: Deer
Water Requirement: Low, Average
Soil Type: Well-Drained
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Gardening Uses: Floral Bouquets, Informal Gardens, Cottage Gardens