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Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'

Family Onagraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 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 'Whirling Butterflies' (butterflies) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during late spring to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has spotted medium green and dark fuchsia 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, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought and pollution.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.