White Guara, lendeihmeri – Flowering Perennial – Hummingbird and Butterfly Attractor

Description

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) – Whirling Butterflies

Bring movement and elegance to your garden with Gaura lindheimeri, also known as Whirling Butterflies or Beeblossom. This airy perennial is loved for its long, wand-like stems topped with delicate white to soft-pink flowers that dance in the breeze, resembling butterflies in flight. Blooming continuously from late spring through frost, Gaura provides months of color and a natural, meadow-like charm.

Gaura thrives in USDA zones 5–9, growing 2–4 feet tall and spreading 2–3 feet wide. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, tolerates heat and drought once established, and is deer- and rabbit-resistant. Its long bloom season and graceful form make it an excellent choice for borders, pollinator gardens, containers, and naturalized plantings.

🔍 Plant Details

Hardiness Zone: 5–9

Mature Size: 2–4 ft. tall × 2–3 ft. wide

Bloom Time: Late spring through frost

Bloom Color: White to pale pink (softening to deeper pink as flowers age)

Light Needs: Full sun

Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; drought-tolerant

Benefits: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; deer- and rabbit-resistant; long bloom season

 

💚 Why You’ll Love It

Why Buy Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri)? Gaura is a low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial that adds effortless movement and elegance to any garden design. Its butterfly-like flowers, combined with drought tolerance and pollinator appeal, make it a must-have for wildflower gardens, cottage borders, and modern landscapes alike.