Pink Gaura, Wand Flower


Scientific Name: Gaura lindheimeri Engelm. & A. Gray
Family: Onagraceae
Pink Gaura, Wand Flower(Gaura lindheimeri)
A Pink Gaura at Berridge Nursery in Phoenix
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 3-35, 37, 38
USDA: 5-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Origin: Texas and Louisiana (USA)

Growth Habits: Perennial to 4 feet tall (1.2 m), 2 feet wide (60 cm)

Flowers: White or pink flowers

Watering Needs: Drought tolerant, moderate water for optimum growth

Propagation: Seeds (self seeds)

Pink Gaura, Wand Flower(Gaura lindheimeri)
Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou'


Blooming Habits:
The Gaura has pink or white flowers from June to September. Spent flowers drop off, but flower stalks bearing seeds should be cut.

Propagation:
The Gauras have long tap roots, that make division in the fall difficult.


 

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