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Gypsophila

Quick facts

Clusters of tiny, double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall.

Gypsophila - Baby's breath

Gypsophila at a glance

Vase life
White is the most commonly used color; however, it is also available in pale pink, Gypsophila lives up to a week and dries well
Size
Clusters of tiny, double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall
Also called
gyp, baby's breath

About gypsophilas

Clusters of tiny, double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall. White is the most commonly used color; however, it is also available in pale pink, Gypsophila lives up to a week and dries well.

How to make gypsophilas last

  1. Keep them cool until they are in water. Keep your flowers in a cool place until you can get them into a flower food solution.
  2. Fill a clean vase with water and flower food. Use a clean, deep vase and add the flower food from your florist, following the mixing directions on the packet.
  3. Remove leaves below the waterline. Leaves in water promote bacterial growth that can limit water uptake by the flower.
  4. Re-cut the stems. Remove one to two inches with a sharp knife or clippers that will not crush the stems, then place the flowers straight into the vase.
  5. Keep them in a cool spot. 65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit, away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents and ceiling fans.

Care steps from SAF’s flower care tips. More flower care tips →

Questions about gypsophilas

How long do gypsophilas last in a vase?

White is the most commonly used color; however, it is also available in pale pink, Gypsophila lives up to a week and dries well. Re-cut the stems, use the flower food from your florist and keep the vase cool and out of direct sun to get the most days.

How do you care for gypsophilas?

Keep gypsophilas cool until they are in water, use a clean vase with flower food, remove any leaves below the waterline, re-cut the stems by one to two inches and keep the vase at 65 to 72 degrees, away from direct sunlight and vents.

Where can I buy gypsophilas?

From a local SAF member florist. Enter the recipient's ZIP code on this page to find florists near them.

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