Gaura lindheimeri ‘Bijou Butterflies’
Masses of rosy-pink flowers are held on short reddish stemmed spikes held above green and white foliage that are tinged with pink when new. This compact, long-blooming cultivar will bloom for months and has good drought tolerance. Excellent at the front of the sun border or in containers.
Common Name: Butterfly Gaura
Family: Onagraceae (The Evening Primrose Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Foliage Colour: Variegated - Cream/White
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour: Red
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Sandy, well-drained soils in full sun.
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Geographical Origin: North America
