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Gaura lindheimeri 'Cherry Brandy'

Family Onagraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Gaura lindheimeri 'Cherry Brandy' (butterfly gaura) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright pink and fragrant blooms during early summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is medium green and faded green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Gaura lindheimeri 'Cherry Brandy' (butterfly gaura) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Gaura lindheimeri 'Cherry Brandy' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.