How to Grow and Care for Biennial Gaura

Biennial Gaura, also known as Biennial Beeblossom, Wandflower, White Gaura, Butterfly Gaura, Whirling Butterflies, Bee Blossom

Biennial Gaura is generally considered easy to care for, thriving in well-draining soil and full sun exposure. Key special care points include deadheading spent blooms to encourage further flowering and providing moderate watering, as biennial Gaura is drought-tolerant once established. Regular trimming can maintain a desired shape and promote healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Biennial Gaura

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Biennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	6-10

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Biennial Gaura features an upright form, with a robust stem that can grow up to 3 feet (91 cm) tall. Its leaves are lance-shaped, usually about 3 inches (7.6 cm) long, with a slightly toothed margin. The plant is known for its intriguing flowers. Each has four white to pink petals that fade to a lovely rose with age, blooming in the evening. The flowers form on a long, thin spike that gives biennial Gaura a delicate and airy appearance.