Perfekta baby's breath
Gypsophila paniculata 'Perfekta'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry or moderate or wet soil
Size2.5 to 3 feet tall2.5 to 3 feet wide
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- White (double)
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Perfekta' baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Perfekta') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, sandy or loamy soil. Deer tend to browse other plants first. Its arching stems carry double white blooms in summer and again in autumn. Butterflies visit the flowers, and the plant tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Paula Fay peony, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Little Beauty tulip.