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Baby's Breath

Also known as

Common gypsophila and Panicled baby's-breath

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Gypsophila paniculata

Genus

Gypsophila

Family

Caryophyllaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Baby's Breath

💦 Water

How often to water your Baby's Breath

Baby's Breath needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Baby's Breath in your home

Baby's Breath love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Baby's Breath does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Baby's Breath in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Baby's Breath

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Baby's Breath: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Baby's Breath after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Baby's Breath is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Baby's Breath →

Common Baby's Breath Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Baby's Breath prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Baby's Breath Water Frequency →

Baby's Breath Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Baby's Breath requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Baby's Breath Light Requirements →

Baby's Breath Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Baby's Breath is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Baby's Breath Toxicity to Cats →

Baby's Breath Toxicity to Dogs →

Baby's Breath Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Baby's Breath does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Baby's Breath →

When and How to Successfully Repot Baby's Breath →

💩 Fertilizer

Baby's Breath is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Baby's Breath →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Baby's Breath grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

How and When to Prune Baby's Breath →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Baby's Breath can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Baby's Breath Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Baby's Breath can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Baby's Breath →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.