Create a romantic, dromerige (dreamy) atmosphere in your garden with the Gypsophila paniculata Pink. Known famously as Babys Breath, this pink variety produces a soft, airy haze of tiny rose-tinted flowers. Unlike the common white variety, this pink version adds a subtle blush to your garden beds and is a must-have for anyone who enjoys creating their own bouquets.
Key Features for Malta:
Romantic Aesthetic: Hundreds of tiny flowers form delicate, misty clouds that soften the look of any garden border or patio.
Prolific Bloomer: Once established, these plants flower abundantly from mid-summer into late autumn (July October).
Floral Designers Favorite: An essential filler flower for bouquets. With 10 plants, you will have a constant supply of fresh cut flowers for your home.
Drought Tolerant: Once its deep taproot is established, Gypsophila is surprisingly hardy in the warm, dry Maltese climate.
Attracts Pollinators: The airy blossoms are a magnet for bees and butterflies.
Expert Tips for Growing Pink Gypsophila in Malta:
Sun & Soil: Gypsophila literally means chalk-loving. It thrives in the alkaline (high pH) soils common in Malta. Ensure the spot is very sunny and the soil is well-drained.
Avoid Moving: These plants develop deep taproots. Choose their permanent home carefully, as they do not like to be transplanted once established.
Space to Breathe: Space the roots about 30-40cm apart to allow the clouds to expand without crowding.
Summer Care: While drought-tolerant, they will flower much more intensely if given regular water during the hottest Maltese months.
Pruning: After the first flush of flowers fades, you can trim the plant back slightly to encourage a second wave of blooms in the autumn.
Color: Soft Pink.
Bloom Time: July October.
Height: 60 79 cm.
Planting Time: March May.
Other Names:Pink Babys Breath, Pink Gypsophila,Perennial Pink Cloud
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