| Common Name | Baby's Breath |
| Scientific Name | Gypsophila spp. |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Origin | Native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial, annual |
| Height | 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm) |
| Spread | 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm) |
| Flower Color | White, pink, occasionally light purple |
| Flower Size | Small, around 1/4 inch (6 mm) in diameter |
| Bloom Time | Late spring to summer |
| Leaves | Small, narrow, lance-shaped, grey-green |
| Stem | Thin, wiry, and branched |
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Watering | Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established |
| Hardiness Zones | USDA zones 3-9 |
| Usage | Floral arrangements, gardens, borders, rock gardens |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and pets |
