Baby's Breath Bunch

Planted in alkaline, gritty valley soil in March or April.

Clouds of delicate white sprays bloom and harvest from June through August.

Crowns are fully frost hardy and overwinter safely under Kashmir snow from December to February.

Cut back spent stems to the base in late autumn.

Harvest in the cool early morning when stems are fully turgid and hydration is peak.

Cut stems diagonally at a 45-degree angle using sharp, sanitized floral shears.

Strip all foliage from the lower portion of the stems that will sit submerged below the water line.

Place immediately into clean, lukewarm water mixed with commercial floral preservative.

Recut stems by 1-2 cm under running water every 2 days to clear air embolisms.

Change vase water completely every 48 hours to prevent bacterial biofilm build-up.

Keep floral vase away from direct sunlight, heating vents, and ripening fruit (ethylene gas).