How to tend a Gypsophila paniculata

Also known as: Arrostia paniculata Raf., Gypsophila effusa Tausch, Gypsophila hungarica Borbás, Gypsophila manginii auct., Gypsophila paniculata var. adenopoda Borbás ex Hallier, Gypsophila parviflora Moench, Gypsophila tatarica Gueldenst., Gypsophila paniculata var. paniculata

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, reduce watering in winter

Sunlight

Like adequate sunlight, shade properly under summer strong light

Soil

Likes slightly alkaline soil, may use peat adding a small amount of lime or baking soda

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly in spring

Pruning

Remove old, diseased and dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Caryophyllaceae, Gypsophila
Size
Diameter ≥ 5 cm, height ≥ 15 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-August, viewing period 2-3 weeks
Flower colors
white, pink
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