Gaura

Gaura lindheimeri, commonly known as ‘whirling butterflies’, is a graceful perennial from the Onagraceae family, appreciated for its airy structure and delicate, fluttering blooms. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and low to moderate fertility, showing excellent drought tolerance and long flowering throughout the summer and into fall. Gaura is ideal for naturalistic landscapes, borders, and mixed containers, adding movement and texture with minimal maintenance.

Stick promptly, reduce mist early, keep 70°F (21°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed progressively, fungicide at sticking and week 2, pinch optional.

Danziger offers one dedicated series within this crop:

• STEFFI™
  A compact and well-branched series with soft, elegant flower spikes and improved uniformity. STEFFI™ provides excellent retail presentation and garden performance, offering growers a more manageable Gaura with long-lasting color and refined structure.

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