Gypsophila muralis Gypsy White


Approved Novelty

Gypsy White is a naturally compact and rich flowering Gypsophila. Gypsy White has beautiful white flowers on graceful plants with finely textured foliage. Gypsy White adds a romantic touch to any garden! As a unique bedding plant, this variety has multiple uses: alone or in combination with other annuals in patio containers, window boxes or hanging baskets. The home-gardener will love the way these plants cascade over the side to soften edges. As border plants in garden beds, Gypsy forms neat mounds. 

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
Naturally compact and rich flowering
Colour:
White
Flower:
Single; 1.5 cm
Flowering Period:
May - September
Type:
O.P., Diploid
Use:
Bedding and pot plant. Also suitable for hanging basket.
Seed:
multipellet
Plant:
Round shape, height 15 cm; spread 20 cm
Growing:

Sow at 20°C in week 6 (pack) or 10 weeks before planting (garden). Cover ligthly with coarse vermiculite. Germination conditions: 20°C, and lower to 16°C after emerge. Further grow at 15°C in full light. Transplant 4 weeks after sowing. Use growth regulator for pack: 2xAlar 2 gr spray. Other pots do not require PGR as it is naturally compact and basal branching. For cultivation use well drained sterile media, pH 5,5-6,5, it should never dry out, however requires full sun. Gypsy White is also very suitable for outdoor cultivation.

Planting:
Plant out 10 weeks after sowing. Planting distance 25 x 25 cm.

Registration details

Breeder:
Sakata
Entry number:
02/12
Protection Period:
15 years
Expiry Date:
2027-12-31