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. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Siskiyou Pink Gaura is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Siskiyou Pink Gaura after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it 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
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Siskiyou Pink Gaura with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Siskiyou Pink Gaura
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