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Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Pink'

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

Description The herbaceous perennial Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Pink' (lindheimer's beeblossom) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, light pink and fragrant flowers during early summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is bright red and light pink in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Pink' (lindheimer's beeblossom) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Pink' tolerates drought. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Pink' (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.