Passionate Blush Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'SME-2' PP #17,293
SKU
07587
Blooms earlier than others! This compact perennial features burgundy new growth and masses of ruby colored buds on short, dark red stems, opening to deep pink blossoms from spring to fall. Foliage maintains a neat habit all season. A great border, mass planting or container plant.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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Average Size at Maturity | Compact grower to 2 ft. tall and wide. |
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Bloom Time | Summer through Fall |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Flower Color | Pink |
Growth Habit | Compact |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Cutting Garden |
Light Needs | Full sun |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Special Feature | North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Compact Form |
Water Needs | Low |
Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Needs well drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep extensive root system. Shear by half and feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Clip spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7 - 9

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