Gaura

Lindheimer's Gaura

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Varieties

Purple coneflower

'Siskiyou Pink Gaura'

Common Name:	Gaura
Botanical Name:	*Gaura lindheimeri*
Plant Type:	Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zone:	4
AHS Heat Zone:	9 to 2
Light Requirements:	Full Sun; Partial Shade
Water Usage:	Low
Soil Type:	Well-Drained
Height:	3 to 4 ft.
Spread:	2 ft.
Season of Bloom:	April to November
Bloom Color:	Pink/White
Deciduous/Evergreen:	Deciduous
Native TX Plant:	Native
Wildlife Value:	Butterflies (nectar)

The effect is like floating butterflies. Grows 36" - 48". The small, pink and white flowers seem to float above the foliage. Flowering is prolific spring to fall. Plants prefer full sun or partial shade (too much shade causes flopping). One of the most durable and beautiful plants.

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