Gypsophila Red Seed

A graceful and fast growing annual with fine stems and clouds of small crimson pink blooms.

 

It forms airy mounds of slender foliage and flowers prolifically from early summer to late autumn. Its soft texture and romantic colouring make it ideal for borders, wildflower meadows, and cutting gardens.

 

This easy to grow annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil and is perfect for low maintenance gardens, pollinator habitats, and floral arrangements.

 

It attracts bees and hoverflies and blends beautifully with cottage style planting.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow March to May direct outdoors or February indoors

Germination 7 to 14 days at 15 to 20°C

Soil and Position Free draining sandy or loamy soil in full sun

Height/Spread 30 to 50 cm tall, 25 to 35 cm spread

Flowering June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist soil and press lightly without covering. Keep at 15 to 20°C until seedlings appear. Thin or transplant when large enough to handle. Space plants 20 to 30 cm apart. For best results, sow in succession every 2 to 3 weeks for continuous flowering.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Water during dry spells and avoid overfeeding. Deadhead to prolong flowering or allow to self-seed lightly. Suitable for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. Remove spent plants at season’s end or leave seed heads for wildlife interest.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Clouds of crimson pink blooms

Fast growing and long flowering

Attracts bees and hoverflies

Perfect for borders, wildflower mixes, and cutting

Soft texture for romantic planting schemes

 

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