USDA: 5a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread
30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
alkaline
Description
Gypsophila paniculata 'Danfestar' (Festival Star) (baby's breath) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during late spring to late summer. The foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, cut flowers, dried flowers and hanging basket.
Special Characteristics
Gypsophila paniculata 'Danfestar' (Festival Star) attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Gypsophila paniculata 'Danfestar' (Festival Star) (baby's breath) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Gypsophila paniculata 'Danfestar' (Festival Star) (baby's breath) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
