Plant Profile: Gypsophila elegans

This variety of Baby's Breath is an annual, featuring blooms that are larger and more expansive compared to the perennial type commonly utilized by florists. It often appears in wildflower mixes and demonstrates a moderate resistance to drought conditions. However, excessive rainfall can lead to root rot issues in the plant.

Seeds germinate rapidly when lightly covered with soil and can withstand light frosts. Although this annual has a brief lifespan of just 5 to 6 weeks, it can be sown every 3 to 4 weeks until July to ensure a steady display of flowers throughout the season.