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Gaura

Gaura features airy, butterfly-like blooms that sway in the breeze. The flowers come in shades of white or pink, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. This drought-tolerant plant is perfect for rock gardens and borders, or mixed in with other wildflowers for a natural, meadow-like effect.

Scientific classification

Genus

Gaura (Gaura)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'Siskiyou Pink Gaura Gaura lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterfly'

Care Guide for Gaura

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Gaura thrives in well-drained soils with moderate humidity, requiring weekly watering to avoid waterlogging. Adapted to periodic dry spells, it's often grown outdoors, necessitating consideration of local rainfall patterns for effective irrigation and support of growth cycles.

Propagation: Propagation methods for gaura include seed sowing, softwood cuttings, and root division, thriving in warm temperatures with ample light and well-draining soil. Sow seeds on a starter mix, and take cuttings in early summer. Maintain consistent moisture, ensuring high humidity for root development.

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