Gaura lindheimeri ‘Crimson Butterflies’
Butterfly Gaura |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.224.130
This is an Australian selection of Butterfly Gaura. Plants bloom for many weeks, with loose sprays of rich pink flowers, held on red stems like a cloud of butterflies. Plants form a bushy, compact mound of crimson-red leaves. Although Gaura may not always winter reliably, plants flower for the entire summer and fall, so consider using it even as an annual in colder winter regions. Excellent in containers, and for cutting. Plants must have excellent drainage to survive the winter. Heat and drought tolerant. Note that botanists have recently reclassified and named this species Oenothera lindheimeri. Here at Heritage Perennials, we'll continue to list it under it’s more commonly familiar Latin name for now. USPP#13189: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Gaura lindheimeri ‘Crimson Butterflies’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Pink
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Red
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Massed Wild Flower
Flower Head Size Small
Height 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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