Pink Gaura
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407 South Pipeline Road East
Euless TX 76040
United States
+12148140932
Oenothera lindheimeri
Gaura lindheimeri, often referred to as gaura or pink gaura, is a herbaceous perennial that adds charm to gardens, particularly its native lands in Texas and Louisiana. This lovely plant can grow up to 5 feet tall, adorned with graceful spoon-shaped to lanceolate leaves that reach about 3 inches long. Its pinkish buds, which grace wiry, erect, wand-like stems, bloom into stunning white flowers that softly transition to pink. These flowers gather in long, loose clusters at the tips of the stems, opening a few at a time to create a lovely ballet of color. Occasionally, the narrow, lance-shaped leaves—measuring between 1 to 3 inches—might surprise you with charming maroon spots.
For optimal growth, gaura thrives in sandy, loamy, and well-drained soils, basking in full sun. This plant truly loves good drainage, as it boasts a tap root that allows it to endure heat, humidity, and even drought. To keep the blooms coming, simply remove the spent flower spikes. If you find that the flower stems are getting leggy and flopping, especially in rich soils, you can give them a little more support by planting them closer together or allowing taller perennials to lend a hand. Additionally, plants that tend to grow tall can be gently trimmed back by half in late spring to keep their size manageable. If you leave the spent flower stems in place come fall, you might even enjoy the surprise of some self-seeding.
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Height: 1’-4'
Spread: 1.5’-2'
Bloom: May-September
Light: Full Sun
Water: Medium
Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: Texas
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
