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Baby's Breath

Caryophyllaceae

Baby's Breath: Fast Growing

Gypsophila

Easy ☀️ Bright indirect ⚠️ Toxic to pets

Grow in full sun with well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. Water moderately, letting the top inch of soil dry between waterings, and avoid soggy conditions which invite root and crown rot. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering.

💧 Watering

Every 7-10 days

☀️ Light

Bright indirect

🌡️ Temperature

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💨 Humidity

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What is Baby's Breath?

Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) is a easy-care plant from the Caryophyllaceae family. Gypsophila, commonly known as baby's breath, is a genus of airy, cloud-like flowering plants in the carnation family (Caryophyllaceae). Prized for its cascades of tiny white or pale pink blooms on wiry, branching stems, it is a classic filler flower in bouquets and garden borders, and forms a mounde...

Baby's Breath grows up to 90cm, spread of 90cm. It is not suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.

Unlike many tropical plants, Baby's Breath tolerates watering mistakes. Best for beginners. Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs.

How to Care for Baby's Breath?

TLDR: Baby's Breath needs Bright indirect, watering every 7 days, and temperatures between 15-30°C with 40-70% humidity.

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How Often Should You Water Baby's Breath?

Water only when the top inch of soil feels dry; the deep taproot makes it fairly drought-tolerant once established, but consistently soggy soil leads to root rot.

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How Much Light Does Baby's Breath Need?

Needs full sun, at least 6-8 hours of direct light daily, or stems become leggy and flop.

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What Is the Best Soil for Baby's Breath?

Plant in light, well-draining, slightly alkaline to neutral soil; heavy or acidic soil should be avoided.

Care Schedule

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Fertilize

Every 14 days

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Misting

Every 3 days

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Rotate

Every 7 days

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Repot

Every 365 days

What Is Baby's Breath and Where Does It Come From?

Gypsophila, commonly known as baby's breath, is a genus of airy, cloud-like flowering plants in the carnation family (Caryophyllaceae). Prized for its cascades of tiny white or pale pink blooms on wiry, branching stems, it is a classic filler flower in bouquets and garden borders, and forms a mounded, drought-hardy clump once established.

How Big Does Baby's Breath Grow?

TLDR: Baby's Breath can reach up to 90cm tall with Fast growth rate.

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Max height

90cm

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Spread

90cm

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Growth rate

Fast

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Foliage

Deciduous

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Warning: Toxic Plant

This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:

🐱 Cats 🐶 Dogs 👶 Children

Plant Uses

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Ornamental

Great for decoration

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What Diseases Commonly Affect Baby's Breath?

TLDR: Baby's Breath is susceptible to 6 known diseases. Monitor regularly for early detection.

Powdery Mildew

Medium

Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease caused by various fungi species including Erysiphe, Podosphaera, Oïdium, and Leveillula. It affects over 10,000 plant species worldwide. The disease thrives in warm, dry climates with high humidity and appears as a distinctive white powdery coating on plant surfaces.

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Root Rot

High

Root rot is a serious fungal disease that affects the root system of plants, causing them to decay and die. It is primarily caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or soil-borne fungi such as Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia, and Fusarium. The disease thrives in waterlogged conditions where roots are deprived of oxygen, making them susceptible to fungal infection.

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Leaf Spot

Medium

Leaf spot is a common fungal disease caused by various pathogens including Alternaria, Ascochyta, Colletotrichum, Septoria, and Venturia. It primarily affects leaves, causing discolored spots that can lead to premature leaf drop if left untreated.

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Aphids

Medium

Aphids are small, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects (1/16 to 1/8 inch long) that feed by sucking nutrient-rich sap from plants. They reproduce rapidly and can quickly weaken plants, causing distorted growth and transmitting plant viruses. Aphids come in various colors including green, black, red, yellow, brown, and gray. They secrete honeydew, a sticky substance that attracts ants and encourages sooty mold growth.

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Meaning & Symbolism

Symbolizes everlasting love, purity, and innocence; widely used in weddings and bouquets

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