Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' - Gaura

Gaura

Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'

Also called Butterfly Gaura, Bee Blossom

  • Loose sprays of star-like white flowers tinged with pale pink
  • Narrow bright green leaves with maroon spots
  • Excellent cut flower
  • Attracts butterflies and bees
  • Bloom Time: Early summer to mid-fall
  • Flower Size: 2.5 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
50-60 cm

SPREAD:
40-40 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Thrives in an average to moist, well-drained soil (this is essential), in full sun. Tolerates heat, humidity and some drought. Gaura have a tendency to grow  open and somewhat floppy, so they benefit from a hard pruning in late spring, to encourage a bushy, compact habit. Remove spent flowers to improve overall appearance, but not necessarily to extend bloom time. Not always reliable in Zone 5 winters, so plant in protected areas.