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Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain)

Family Onagraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain) (lindheimer's beeblossom) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during early summer to mid autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain) (lindheimer's beeblossom) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain) . Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain) is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou' (Snow Fountain) (lindheimer's beeblossom) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.