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Baby's Breath Seeds,
Covent Garden

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Description

(Gypsophila elegans). A lovely, single-flowered type that produces clouds of small, pure white flowers on each stem. A cottage garden favorite perfect for fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Growing Tips: Covent Garden baby’s breath is a classic annual with delicate white blooms ideal for cutting gardens and cottage-style borders. This fast-growing variety thrives in sunny, well-drained soil and adds soft texture to mixed plantings or floral arrangements.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Gypsophila elegans
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
45–60
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
8–12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–75°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Sow seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost or direct sow outside once the soil has warmed. Covent Garden blooms quickly and prefers cool early-season conditions over extreme heat. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds ⅛ inch deep in light, well-draining soil. Keep soil evenly moist until germination. Once seedlings appear, thin them to 8 to 12 inches apart to promote airflow and healthy, upright growth.

How to Grow

Provide full sun and moderate watering. Once established, Covent Garden baby’s breath is drought-tolerant. Deadhead to encourage extended blooming. Use stakes in windy areas if plants become top-heavy with blooms.

How to Save Seeds

  • Let flowers dry and go to seed on the plant
  • Clip seed heads once they turn brown and papery
  • Place in a paper bag to finish drying
  • Crush gently and sift to collect seeds
  • Store in a cool, dry, labeled container until planting

FAQ

Can Covent Garden baby’s breath be used in floral arrangements?

Yes, it’s one of the most popular filler flowers for fresh and dried arrangements. Its airy white blooms complement almost any flower combination and add elegance and softness to bouquets.

Does Covent Garden baby's breath grow well in poor soil?

It performs best in well-drained, moderately fertile soil but is tolerant of poor soil conditions. Overly rich soil can lead to leggy growth, so avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.

How long does Covent Garden baby’s breath bloom?

Covent Garden begins flowering about 6 to 8 weeks from sowing and blooms heavily for roughly two to three weeks. It is a short-lived annual that does not rebloom much once spent, so sow a fresh batch every 2 to 3 weeks through early summer for continuous filler.

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