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Gaura lindheimeri 'Corrie's Gold'

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 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 70 cm (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 'Corrie's Gold' (butterfly gaura) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid autumn. The matte foliage is variegated, medium green and light brown in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Gaura lindheimeri 'Corrie's Gold' (butterfly gaura) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Gaura lindheimeri 'Corrie's Gold' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.