Species gaura
white flowers with white filaments, green stem, and small, green leaves

gaura

Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine'

Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine' is an amazing plant species to add to your garden. It is easy to grow and drought-tolerant, needing only minimal care to produce beautiful displays of deep pink and white flowers from summer to frost. Its delicate blooms ripple and dance in the breeze, creating an airy vibrancy that fills any garden. The foliage is airy and wispy, giving ample room for multiple plants to mingle together. Its slender, leafless stems are a great way to add texture and grace to an outdoor space. 'Dauphine' needs full sun for the bright blooms to flourish and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. This plant is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and flower beds.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

White to rose pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine') is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that is a member of the Onagraceae family. This plant enjoys full to partial sun, and usually requires watering just once a week. When watering, water deeply and thoroughly but make sure that the soil does not become overly saturated. It is best to check the soil by sticking your finger in it, if the soil is slightly moist, it's time to water. In hot and dry climates, the gaura may need to be watered more frequently. It is important to never allow the plant to stay dry for too long, as this could cause root damage.

sunlight

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine') prefers full sun exposure and is adapted to thrive in hot, dry climates. In most areas this plant grows best with 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day; however, in the hottest areas, such as the south and western United States, some additional protection and partial shade in the afternoon will help minimize wilting. In cold winter regions, such as the northern United States, early morning sun and afternoon shade is the best exposure for Gaura.

pruning

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine') should be pruned at least once a year, preferably late in the winter or early spring, to encourage vigorous shoots and promote a bushier habit. Cut back long straggly stems to the base of the plant, to the same height all around the plant. Remove any weak, diseased or crossed stems at the same time. Additionally, deadhead faded flowers during the growing season to promote heavier flowering and a tidier appearance.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphine' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in April or May.

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