Gypsophila, gypsophila - varieties and cultivation

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Gypsophila are completely or partially frost-resistant annuals and perennials, planted in garden beds and rock gardens. Among them there are also turf species, rockeries and cut flower species. They are decorated with small, five-petaled flowers in the shape of a cup or cup, in various shades of white, pink and light purple. See whatgypsophila cultivation looks likein the garden and what species andvarieties of gypsophilaare the most interesting.


Gypsophila elegant - Gypsophila elegans

Gypsophila - species and varieties

Gipsówkaor otherwise -gypsophila , is a genus of plants belonging to the clove family. Several species of the genus gypsophila can be found in Poland, includingfield gypsophila(Gypsophila muralis), blooming from June to September with small flowers with bell-shaped calyxes. This species is common throughout the lowlands, growing on roads, forest roads, fallow lands, wet sands, water banks, and farmland. In gardens, on the other hand, the most popular types of cultivation are: gypsophila, keratoderma, gypsophila and gypsophila. These species differ in size, habit, flowering time and the possibilities of using in the garden.

Gypsophila , also known asGypsophila(Gypsophila elegans) is an annual plant that produces lots of tiny white flowers throughout the summer , sometimes with pink or purple veins. Its erect, thin shoots branch strongly in the middle of their length.The leaves are fleshy, gray-green, lanceolate. Reaches up to 60 cm in height and 25 cm in width. This species is eagerly sown in flower beds and used as an addition to bouquets.
Gypsophila cerastioides (Gypsophila cerastioides) is an evergreen perennial flowering from late spring to mid-summer. Small flowers, gathered in loose inflorescences, can be white or pink with purple veins. The plant is usually sprinkled with them in large numbers. Leaves are small, oval and hairy. The plants are only 10 cm high and 25 cm wide, making them an excellent turf material and for planting in rock gardens.


Gypsophila cerastioides

Gypsophila paniculata (Gypsophila paniculata) is a viable herbaceous perennial, flowering a little later, from mid-summer to early autumn. Reaches much larger sizes - up to 1.2 m in height and 1 m in width.On straight, branched shoots, it produces a multitude of tiny (only 0.5 cm in diameter) white flowers with pink veins, resembling a haze. This species is available in interesting varieties for garden cultivation, such as 'Bristol Fairy' (full flowers, white, limp shoots requiring support, dark green leaves), 'Compacta Plena' (white flowers, double, very compact habit, height up to 60 cm) or 'Flamingo' (double, pale pink flowers, unfortunately short-lived). Plants can be sown in flowerbeds, cut flowers and dry bouquets.
Gypsophila ,Gypsophila(Gypsophila repens ) is only a partially evergreen perennial that can be used to create attractive 10 cm high discount carpets. Individual plants reach a width of up to 50 cm. Small, white, pink or pale purple flowers, 1 cm in diameter, cover the plants in large numbers, creating a haze effect.


Gypsophila scattered, gypsophila scattered - Gypsophila repens

Gypsophila - cultivation in the garden

Gypsophilarequire sunny and light, permeable, rather dry soils, neutral or alkaline. The seeds of the one-year-oldgypsophilaare sown in early spring, usually in April, immediately at their destination. This species has slightly higher soil requirements than perennial species, requiring humus-rich soils.Gypsophila seedsperennial seeds are sown in early spring in a cold inspection. You can also pick root cuttings. When growing tall specimens, it is worth remembering to support their shoots on supports made of wooden poles. After flowering, the plants are cut to bloom again. During the growing season, it is necessary to fight snails and slugs, which can eat young gypsophila shoots.


Gypsophila in a pot - gypsophila - Gypsophila paniculata
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Gypsophila in a pot

Gypsophila can also be successfully grown in pots and containers on balconies and terraces. It is suitable for both standing and hanging pots. Gypsophila grown in containers are perfect flowers for a sunny balcony. Similarly to the garden , the potted plaster requires a warm and sunny positionand a relatively light, calcareous soil. Remember, however, that the soil dries up quickly in balcony containers and pots, so gypsophila grown in such conditions will have to be watered much more often than those growing in garden beds.

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