Gypsophilas in Paradise Green

Gypsophila paniculata

Gypsophila
Gypsophila · Gypsophila paniculata

Hardy gypsophila makes airy clouds of small white or pink flowers on long stems. It grows best in full sun in free-draining soil, and dislikes heavy, wet ground in winter.

90 cm · Full Sun · Low Water

Add to garden

Calibrated to Paradise Green · last frost ≈ 30 Apr

Sow March to May, plant out June, harvest July to October. Frost risk October to April.
ActivityJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
SowNoNoYesYesYesNoNoNoNoNoNoNo
Plant outNoNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNoNoNo
HarvestNoNoNoNoNoNoYesYesYesYesNoNo

Growing guide

Step-by-step instructions for growing Gypsophila

  1. 01

    Sow Seeds

    31 Mar to 14 May

    Sow thinly around 31st March - 14th May, on the surface of prepared soil and just press them in. Keep the row evenly moist while seedlings establish, and thin them later so the strongest plants have room to grow.

  2. 02

    Thin Seedlings

    13 May to 27 May

    When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them to the final spacing so the plants do not become crowded. Move carefully, because gypsophila dislikes root disturbance.

  3. 03

    Plant Out

    3 Jun to 17 Jun

    Set young plants into their final position once they are sturdy and well rooted, from 3rd June. Water in thoroughly straight after planting, and use a short cane or support if the site is exposed.

  4. 04

    Support and Care

    10 Jun to 25 Oct

    From 10th June, keep plants watered in dry spells and protect the stems from wind in open sites. Avoid rich feeding, because too much nitrogen gives soft growth and fewer flowers.

  5. 05

    Cut and Deadhead

    8 Jul to 25 Oct

    Start cutting from 8th July as soon as the first stems open, then keep removing faded sprays to prolong flowering. Pick stems regularly and leave some foliage in place so the plant can keep producing through 25th October.

Companion plants

Tap a plant to see why it works (or doesn't) with Gypsophila.

Good companions

Plants to avoid

Why companion planting matters

Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.

Suggested varieties

Popular varieties of Gypsophila to consider

Bristol Fairy

A classic white-flowered perennial with good stems for cutting.

Snowflake

A reliable white variety with a neat habit and plenty of airy sprays.

Rosenschleier

A pink-flowered form with finely branched stems and a soft colour.

Gypsophila guides by town

See how Gypsophila timing shifts in other towns with different frost dates.