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Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri
Pronunciation: GOW-ra lind-HY-mer-ee
SKU #43485
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 18 to 24 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | A bushy rounded form with robust green foliage and an abundance of upright spikes blanketed with dark rose-pink flowers. Provides vibrant seasonal color from late spring through early fall. Excellent heat and drought tolerance. Great for sunny rock gardens, borders, and containers. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring through early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Accent |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Switch Grass (Panicum); Bellflower (Campanula); Phlox (Phlox); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Iris (Iris) |
| Care Instructions | Provide average to enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Hard prune and apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
Details
| Description | A bushy rounded form with robust green foliage and an abundance of upright spikes blanketed with dark rose-pink flowers. Provides vibrant seasonal color from late spring through early fall. Excellent heat and drought tolerance. Great for sunny rock gardens, borders, and containers. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring through early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Switch Grass (Panicum); Bellflower (Campanula); Phlox (Phlox); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Iris (Iris) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide average to enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Hard prune and apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura produce flowers?
Late spring through early fall
Is Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura evergreen or deciduous?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura grow?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura in my landscape?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura is suitable for: Border, Accent.
What color are Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura flowers?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura?
Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura?
Good companion plants for Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura include: Switch Grass (Panicum); Bellflower (Campanula); Phlox (Phlox); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Iris (Iris).
How do I care for Steffi™ Dark Rose Gaura?
Provide average to enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Hard prune and apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.