gaura

Water Gaura 'So White' when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, usually once or twice a week depending on your weather and soil conditions. Make sure to water deeply to saturate the root zone, then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. This will help to maintain deep healthy root development. Avoid letting the plant wilt and pay attention to signs of dryness, especially when the temperature is high. Make sure to not overwater and check for drainage regularly.

Gaura (Gaura 'So White') is a semi-evergreen perennial plant that thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers warm temperatures and at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight exposure daily. It grows best in a well-drained soil and doesn’t need frequent deep watering. In fact, too much water can cause root rot. If you want the plant to continue to bloom, prune it back in late summer. For optimal growth, position in an area that gets both morning and afternoon sun.

Prune Gaura 'So White' yearly, at the end of the blooming season in late summer or early fall. Pruning promotes branching and encourages a thick, bushier form and reblooms for a longer flowering period. Begin by removing dead or diseased stems. Then cut just above a healthy node on the stem at a 45 degree angle, with an angled cut directed towards the center of the plant to promote outward branching. Next, lightly prune taller, spindly stems, cutting them back to about 6” tall. Finally, remove any flower stalks or spent flowers, and then shape the entire plant by trimming off any overly long stems.