| Name: | Gaura |
| Height: | 3-5′ |
| Width/Spread: | 2′ |
| Light: | Sun/Partial Shade |
| Evergreen/Deciduous: | D |
| Seasonal Interest: | Spring to Fall |
| Color/Feature: | Pink or white flowers |
| Maintenance: | Mid-June or early July, cut back by 1/2 to 2/3. Flowering will commence again shortly after shearing. Cut back to 3″ in mid-February. |
| Botanical Name
& Comments: |
Gaura lindheimeri Tall spikes with flowers. Flowers resemble swirling butterflies. Can be a short-lived perennial. Attracts butterflies. |
Learn about other water-wise perennials for Lubbock County, courtesy of Lubbock Master Gardeners Association.