Gaura lindheimeri

Butterfly plant

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Drought-tolerant perennial with airy white or pink flowers on tall spikes. Native to Texas and Louisiana.
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Plant Details

Common Name Butterfly plant
Family Onagraceae
Genus Gaura
Species Lindheimeri
Origin Southern USA, Mexico
Blooming Late spring to autumn, flowers fade from white to pink
Leaf Color Grey-green to deep green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam, tolerates poor soil and alkaline conditions

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly during first season to establish root system.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs. Apply balanced fertilizer in spring only if growth is poor.

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Pruning

Cut back hard in late autumn or early spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Slug Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Apr
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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