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Gaura lindheimeri 'Walgaupf' (Pink Fountain)

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 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 50 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Gaura lindheimeri 'Walgaupf' (Pink Fountain) (butterfly gaura) bears showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has deep green 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 Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Gaura lindheimeri 'Walgaupf' (Pink Fountain) . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions 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.