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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Gaura lindheimeri rubra
Gaura Lindheimeri Red
Flower Colors
Description
A compact, bushy, clump-forming deciduous perennial to around 50cm in height with narrow, lance-shaped purple foliage which becomes dark green later in the season. Star-shaped, dark pink to red flowers appear on upright, slender stems over a long period from July through to October
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
BushyClumping
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 6-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsPrairie plantingWildlife gardensFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS7678M | €7.37 | |
| VS7678N | €6.84 | |
| VS7678J | €5.25 | |
| VS7678V | €3.96 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.