Product description
A delicate looking but hardy perennial with graceful, airy stems which flow and shift with the breeze, carrying beautifully bright Summer blooms. The Gaura or Oenothera 'Whirling Butterflies' is a compact variety with upright, thin stems which carry small pink buds in late Spring and early Summer. These bloom to elegant, star-shaped white flowers with long, arching anthers and a long flowering period lasting right through to the Autumn, where the light green foliage takes on soft hues of orange and red.
Plant in moist, well-drained, sandy or loamy soils and keep in full or partial sun. Tolerant of drought, heat and humidity, making it a versatile plant for just about any sunny position. This particular variety does not self-seed and can be rather short lived. Good for filling gaps or covering edges as the wispy stems will droop and lean.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Herbaceous plants die back below the soil in the Winter and may be supplied in their dormant state during this time. Fresh growth will be seen the following Spring.
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Gaura 'Whirling Butterflies'
Gaura 'Whirling Butterflies'
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Product description
A delicate looking but hardy perennial with graceful, airy stems which flow and shift with the breeze, carrying beautifully bright Summer blooms. The Gaura or Oenothera 'Whirling Butterflies' is a compact variety with upright, thin stems which carry small pink buds in late Spring and early Summer. These bloom to elegant, star-shaped white flowers with long, arching anthers and a long flowering period lasting right through to the Autumn, where the light green foliage takes on soft hues of orange and red.
Plant in moist, well-drained, sandy or loamy soils and keep in full or partial sun. Tolerant of drought, heat and humidity, making it a versatile plant for just about any sunny position. This particular variety does not self-seed and can be rather short lived. Good for filling gaps or covering edges as the wispy stems will droop and lean.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Herbaceous plants die back below the soil in the Winter and may be supplied in their dormant state during this time. Fresh growth will be seen the following Spring.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Gaura thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms throughout the growing season.
How to Water
Water Gaura plants regularly until established, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Once mature, they are drought-tolerant and require minimal watering during dry periods.
How to Plant
Plant Gaura in well-draining soil with full sun exposure. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, and set the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil. Space them about 45-60cm apart for good air circulation.
