Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden' – Clouds of white flowers for cut flowers and borders

Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden', commonly known as baby's breath, is a popular annual cut flower known for its delicate, airy blooms and large, pure white flowers. This variety is especially prized as a filler in bouquets, where the delicate flowers create a soft, romantic look. Thanks to its clouded blooms, 'Covent Garden' is ideal for cutting gardens, borders, and cut flower production.

Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden' adds a classic, elegant touch to bouquets and summer borders, while being easy to grow and producing abundant blooms.

Characteristics of Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden'

This selection is beloved by both gardeners and florists for its combination of ornamental value, delicate flowers, and versatility. Key features:

• Pure white flowers – ideal as a filler in bouquets or as a background in borders

• Airy bloom – the countless small flowers create a cloud-like effect

• Sturdy stems – perfect for cut flowers that last a long time in the vase

• Annual, compact growth – easy to grow and harvestable in the first year

• Versatile – suitable for borders, cutting gardens, flower boxes and bouquets

These qualities make 'Covent Garden' an excellent choice for both commercial cut flower production and for hobby gardeners looking for an airy, white addition to their border or bouquet.

Use and application

Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden' is versatile and can be used in several ways:

• Cut flowers – the clouds of white flowers make a perfect addition to bouquets and flower arrangements

• Borders and flowerbeds – create an airy and elegant contrast with colorful summer bloomers such as roses, zinnias or geraniums

• Flower boxes and patios – compact, uniform plants are ideal for container planting

• Pick-your-own gardens – easy to harvest for bouquets and arrangements

The pure white color goes well with almost all other flowers and gives bouquets a classic and refined look.

Growth habit and care

Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden' is a sun-loving, summer annual that grows best in well-drained, neutral to chalky soil. It prefers full sun and requires little maintenance, making it ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Care tips

• Sow directly where you want the plant to flower, or sow indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost

• Planting distance: approximately 20–25 cm for optimal air circulation

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid wet feet

• Pick flowers regularly for bouquets to prolong flowering

With the right care, 'Covent Garden' offers long, lush flowering throughout the summer months.

Features at a glance

• Latin name: Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden'

• Type: Annual cut flower

• Color: Pure white

• Flower shape: Small flowers in cloud-like clusters

• Plant structure: Compact and airy

• Flowering: Summer

• Location: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, neutral to calcareous

• Vase shelf life: Long

• Application: Cut flowers, borders, picking gardens, flower boxes

Why choose Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden'?

This selection combines romantic aesthetics, versatility, and easy care. With 'Covent Garden' you benefit from:

• Clouds of white flowers for classic and elegant bouquets

• Sturdy stems for long-lasting vase life

• Compact, airy plants that are easy to grow

• Perfect addition to borders, cutting gardens and cut flower production

• A versatile plant that enhances both the garden and the vase.

Gypsophila elegans 'Covent Garden' is therefore ideal for amateur gardeners and florists who want to harvest long-lasting, airy, and elegant white flowers.