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White Beauty

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White Beauty

Flower

Gypsophila vaccaria

  • Full sun
  • Zones 1–11
  • 55 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 18" spacing
  • Low water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Sturdy and easy to grow. Stems are thicker, stronger, taller, and easier to manage than those of annual gypsophila, an otherwise similar flower. 3/4 to 1" pure white blooms float above gray-blue, waxy foliage. Branching plant habit. Also known as soapwort or cow soapwort.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last spring frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date and transplant after frost danger

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained loam; tolerates various soil types but prefers good drainage. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, spider mites. Common diseases: Root rot in waterlogged soil, powdery mildew in humid conditions with poor air circulation.