How to grow baby’s breath to make it overflow the pot?

Gypsophila , as one of the top ten cut flowers in the world, is highly respected for its outstanding ornamental value. The flower language it represents, "willing to be by your side", has touched the hearts of countless people. Gypsophila is widely used in bouquet decoration. Its tiny white flowers are like the bright stars in the night sky, adding a sense of freshness and romance to the bouquet. Many friends also grow baby's breath in pots themselves, so how do you grow baby's breath to make it bloom full of pots?

1. Soil selection

Gypsophila has special requirements for soil. It prefers loose, breathable and well-drained soil, preferably sandy soil that is close to weak alkalinity. It is recommended to use peat soil mixed with perlite as the planting medium. Before planting, moisten the soil moderately, then plant and cover the soil. Keeping the soil continuously moist will help the baby's breath grow healthily.

2. Water and fertilization

Gypsophila prefers a humid environment, but is also drought-tolerant. Water in moderation and avoid excessive watering. Because of its long flowering period and rapid growth, it has a high demand for nutrients and requires regular topdressing. It is recommended to use nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer , which should be applied about once every half a month to ensure comprehensive nutrients. When applying fertilizer, be careful to avoid too high a concentration or too many applications, so as not to cause the plant to grow too tall or burn its roots.

3. Lighting conditions

Gypsophila loves plenty of sunlight and should be placed in a well-lit area to ensure it receives at least four hours of sunlight a day. The optimum growth temperature range is 15 to 25 degrees Celsius. In spring and winter, because the sunlight is weak, it should be placed in direct sunlight to promote photosynthesis. In summer, direct exposure to the sun should be avoided to prevent the leaves from being burned by strong light. At this time, it should be moved to a cool and ventilated place and provided with scattered light.

4. Pest and disease control

Gypsophila paniculata is more susceptible to gray mold than other flowers , which manifests as brown spots on the leaves. In severe cases, it may cause the entire plant to die. Therefore, during the maintenance process, attention should be paid to ventilation and avoidance of humid environments. Once the disease occurs, wet powder can be used for treatment, but prevention is better than cure.

5. Repotting suggestions

When you buy baby's breath, it is usually delivered with pots and soil. Many flower lovers are eager to change the pot after receiving the baby's breath, which is often a common cause of death of domestic baby's breath. It is recommended to keep the baby's breath in the original pot for about a month, and then repot it after the plant adapts to the new environment to reduce the impact on the plant.

The above is an introduction to some tips for making baby's breath overflow the pot. As long as you do some basic work well, it is actually quite simple to make baby's breath overflow the pot.