Gypsophila paniculata Summer Sparkles ('Esm Chispa'PBR)
baby's breath [Summer Sparkles]
A spreading, semi-evergreen perennial to 40cm high and up to 1m wide forming a mound of narrow, grey-green leaves. Large panicles of small, semi-double, white flowers are borne on branching stems in summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Gypsophila can be annuals or perennials, sometimes evergreen, with narrow, greyish leaves and large sprays of small flowers
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a deep, light, preferably alkaline, very well-drained soil in full sun; dislikes winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by root grafting in late winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of flowers
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to stem rot
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