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Gaura lindheimeri 'Blaze'

Family Onagraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Gaura lindheimeri 'Blaze' (lindheimer's beeblossom) bears showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during early summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has bright red and light pink foliage that is matte and fine textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, ground cover, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Gaura lindheimeri 'Blaze' . Gaura lindheimeri 'Blaze' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Gaura lindheimeri 'Blaze' (lindheimer's beeblossom) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.