Gaura

Airy spikes of reddish-pink, star-shaped flowers held high above the foliage on slender stems from May to September . This graceful, long-flowering perennial is equally suitable for an informal cottage-style garden or new perennial border. Drought-tolerant and hardy, it has the added advantage of looking good after flowering.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to September Flower colour: reddish-pinkOther features: drought-tolerant; lance-shaped, fresh green leavesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Resist the temptation to cut back gaura after it has flowered as it takes on beautiful autumn tints, particularly in cold weather. Lift and divide large colonies in spring
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