Lindheimer's beeblossom

It is important to water Lindheimer's beeblossom (Gaura 'Florgaure' GAUDI RED) frequently to ensure vibrant and healthy growth. This species should be watered with enough water until it is thoroughly moist. This means that the soil should be damp to the touch at least 1 inch below the surface. On average, water Lindheimer's beeblossom once a week, adding an extra watering if the soil has dried out. In periods of extreme heat and strong sunlight, water twice a week instead. As with all plant species, pay attention to the signs of the plant: if leaves are wilting and turning yellow, it could be an indication that the plant is thirsty.

Lindheimer's beeblossom thrives in full sun, and should get at least 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. These plants prefer sunny, well-drained areas, such as the edges of walkways and pathways. Plants grown in partial shade often do not bloom as well as those grown in full sun. If possible, give your Gaura plants a spot in the garden that gets afternoon shade during the long summer months, since they can be somewhat prone to stress from intense heat.

Lindhemer's beeblossom (Gaura 'Florgaure' GAUDI RED) should be pruned lightly in early spring to late summer after flowering. This species should not be pruned heavily, as too much pruning may reduce or eliminate flowering and could damage the plant. Light pruning should include removing dead or wilted stems as they appear, as well as trimming old flower stems. Make sure to leave at least ¼ of each stem intact and keep in mind that pruning after the flower buds have appeared will remove future blooms. Pruning can be done manually using small pruning shears, or with specialized hedge trimmers and other pruning tools.