Gaura Pink 12cm

Description

🌸 Gaura (Oenothera lindheimeri) – Growing Conditions

Gaura, also known as Butterfly Bush or Wand Flower, is a graceful perennial with delicate, fluttering blooms that resemble butterflies in the garden.

☀️ Light:

• Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily).
• Can tolerate light shade but may flower less.

🌱 Soil:

• Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil.
• Tolerates poor or rocky soils.
• Avoid heavy clay that stays wet.

💧 Water:

• Water regularly until established.
• Once mature, Gaura is drought-tolerant and prefers deep, occasional watering over frequent light watering.

🌡️ Climate:

• Loves warm, dry conditions.
• Hardy in mild frost areas; in colder climates, protect roots with mulch.

🌼 Flowering:

• Blooms from late spring through autumn with continuous flushes.
• Deadheading encourages more flowers.

🌿 Care:

• Low-maintenance and tough.
• Cut back in late winter/early spring to encourage fresh growth.