Deep rose-pink flowers open from dark buds on wiry stems above bronze-tinted foliage, swaying in the lightest breeze. A long-flowering, water-wise butterfly favourite.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 70 cm H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Siskiyou Pink Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink' is a fast-growing perennial in the Onagraceae family. It reaches around 70 cm tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Siskiyou Pink Gaura
Siskiyou Pink Gaura suits warm-temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Siskiyou Pink Gaura does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Siskiyou Pink Gaura performs well with relatively little water once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Siskiyou Pink Gaura after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Siskiyou Pink Gaura in the garden
Siskiyou Pink Gaura earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate as Siskiyou Pink Gaura. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Siskiyou Pink Gaura
Plant Sale lists Siskiyou Pink Gaura as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
