Gaura - Large Flowering White Gaura (Gaura longiflora) White Gaura Wildflower - Non GMO Flower

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Gaura - Large Flowering White Gaura (Gaura longiflora) White Gaura Wildflower - Non GMO Flower

Perennial

The Large Flowering Gaura, scientifically known as Gaura longiflora, is a beautiful wildflower that adds elegance and charm to any garden. This perennial plant is particularly prized for its long-lasting, delicate white flowers and its ability to attract pollinators like butterflies and bees. Here's a detailed guide on how to grow and care for White Gaura.Β 

      • Sow on soil surface; press gently, do not cover
      • Light aids germination
      • Best planted in spring or fall
      • Soil & Sun Requirements
      • Prefers well-drained soil
      • Thrives in full sun
      • Does not require rich or fertilized soil
    • Germination
      • Germinates in 10–21 days
      • Keep soil lightly moist during sprouting
      • Avoid overwatering
    • Seedling Stage
      • Slender green seedlings with narrow leaves
      • Forms a low rosette initially
      • Becomes drought-tolerant once established
    • Vegetative Growth
      • Develops long, graceful stems
      • Upright, airy growth habit
      • Reaches 2–4 feet tall
      • Low maintenance plant
    • Flowering
      • Blooms from early summer through fall
      • Large white, four-petaled flowers
      • Butterfly-like blooms sway in the breeze
      • Continuous flowering along tall stems
    • Pollinator Benefits
      • Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
      • Provides long-lasting nectar source
    • Seed Production & Reseeding
      • Forms seed pods after flowering
      • Readily self-seeds in favorable conditions
      • Returns year after year
    • Ideal Uses
      • Wildflower meadows
      • Pollinator gardens
      • Cottage gardens
      • Naturalized landscapea
      • Keep the soil consistently moist during the first few weeks after planting to help establish the roots. Once established, Gaura is drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
  • Gaura doesn't require heavy fertilization. You can apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring, but be cautious not to over-fertilize, as this may encourage excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
  • Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding, which can sometimes lead to invasive growth.
  • In regions with harsh winters, apply a layer of mulch to protect the root system from freezing temperatures.
  • Gaura is relatively pest and disease-resistant, but keep an eye out for common garden pests like aphids and treat them promptly if they appear.
  • Tall varieties of Gaura may benefit from staking or support in windy areas to prevent them from flopping over.
  • You can propagate Gaura through division or by collecting and planting seeds.
  • Gaura is a low-maintenance plant that will reward you with beautiful white blooms throughout the growing season.
  • Seed count: 25