Saponaria Seeds - Pink Beauty

Saponaria Seeds – Pink Beauty

~80 Seeds

A soft and romantic addition to any cutting or cottage-style garden, Saponaria ‘Pink Beauty’ (also known as Gypsophila vaccaria) produces clouds of delicate shell-pink blooms that dance effortlessly in the breeze.

This charming annual resembles a more elegant cousin of baby’s breath — long, branching stems packed with petite flowers that make it a favourite for fresh bouquets and airy filler work.

Blooming early and continuously, it brings a light and whimsical touch to borders, pathways, and meadow-style plantings, while also thriving in lean, dry soil where fussier flowers fail. Easy to grow, fast to bloom, and loved by pollinators, this is a must-have for anyone who adores romantic, old-fashioned florals with modern floral design appeal.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Long, elegant branching stems
• Flourishes in poor or sandy soil
• Cottage, meadow and wildflower-style gardens

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Gypsophila vaccaria
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Height: Approx. 24–34 in
• Bloom Colour: Soft shell pink
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Seed Depth: ⅛ in (3 mm)
  
• Spacing: 2 - 9" apart
• Germination: 7–14 days @ 18–21°C (65–70°F)

Growing Instructions
Direct sow after frost — Saponaria prefers not to be transplanted. Scatter seeds into prepared soil and cover very lightly, as light aids germination. Keep evenly moist until sprouted, then water sparingly, as plants perform best in lean, well-drained conditions. No staking required; naturally graceful branching habit.

FAQ

Q. Is Saponaria good for bouquets?
A. Yes — it’s an outstanding airy filler, similar to baby’s breath, but with larger blooms and stronger stems.

Q. Does Saponaria reseed?
A. Yes, very lightly — may self-sow in ideal conditions but not aggressively.

Q. Is Saponaria drought tolerant?
A. Yes — once Saponaria is established, it performs beautifully in dry, poor soil with minimal care.