Gaura lindheimeri 'Pink Lady'

butterfly gaura, lindheimer's beeblossom or whirling butterflies

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	55 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread	45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The herbaceous perennial Gaura lindheimeri 'Pink Lady' (butterfly gaura) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, light pink and fragrant blooms during early summer to mid autumn. The matte foliage is medium green and faded green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Gaura lindheimeri 'Pink Lady' (butterfly gaura) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Gaura lindheimeri 'Pink Lady' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions	This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.