GAURA LINDHEIMERI BLANCA

Botanical Name: Gaura lindheimeri ‘White’
Common Names: White Gaura, Whirling Butterflies, Lindheimer’s Beeblossom
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, rocky, and moderately poor substrates
Water Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped green leaves forming a loose basal clump
Flowers: Airy, wand-like spikes with delicate white, butterfly-like flowers that bloom profusely from spring to fall
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Gaura lindheimeri ‘White’ is cherished for its light, dancing blooms and graceful movement, adding softness and informal beauty to borders, meadows, and naturalistic plantings.

Pollinator Gardens:
A magnet for bees and butterflies, it’s perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens and ecological landscapes.

Xeriscaping and Low-Water Gardens:
Thrives in dry conditions with minimal care, making it ideal for water-wise garden designs and hot climates.

Benefits:

Extended Bloom Season: Produces delicate white flowers continuously from late spring through autumn.

Drought Tolerant: Performs well in full sun with minimal irrigation once established.

Low Maintenance: Requires little upkeep beyond occasional trimming; resistant to pests and diseases.

Wildlife Support: Attracts pollinators and supports garden biodiversity.

Soft Texture: Adds fine texture and a sense of movement, balancing bolder plants in mixed compositions.

Gaura lindheimeri ‘White’ is a graceful, long-blooming perennial that brings a light, ethereal quality to arid and naturalistic gardens. Its cloud-like flowers and easy-going nature make it a perfect choice for sustainable landscapes that value softness, ecology, and enduring seasonal beauty.