Gypsophila

A part of the Caryophyllaceae family, gypsophila, which is commonly called baby's breat, originates from Europe and Northern Asia. Its common relatives are o chickweed, carnations and sweet William.  The flower is widely used in a floral-industry serving a perfect filler flower. Gypsophila comes in white and pink shades and colors.

They say that pink flower is an extraordinary one. Gypsophila is usually grown on fields. The flowers require much water and are not able to bear bright sunlight. Thus, suffering from the lack of water or excess of sun they may get brown and shrivel. Gypsophila’s name is derived from the Greek for 'gypsum-loving' which is referred to its good growth ability.

The flower is available at any season of the year and may enjoy vase life for 7-10 days. To assist in long lasting it is very important to handle it carefully in order not to break stems.

As it was mentioned above Gypsophila is great filler which is often used in all kinds of designs and arrangements, wedding and bridal work. In addition it is the popular dried filler for nosegays and dried floral arrangements.