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Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri) - melliferous perennial - 11 cm pot - Height 25 cm

Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri) - melliferous perennial - 11 cm pot - Height 25 cm

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Diamètre : 11 cm · Hauteur : 15–25 cm
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Gaura: the airy perennial that dances in the wind all summer long

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri), also known as summer candle, is a hardy perennial with endless blooms, ideal for a flower bed, garden border, or in a large pot on a sunny terrace.

  • Flowering: from late spring until the first frosts, pure white, soft pink, or purple-hued flowers depending on the plant, borne on very generous airy spikes
  • Foliage: deciduous, fine and narrow, dark green sometimes tinged with bronze-red at the base
  • Exposure: full sun essential, at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering
  • Hardiness: hardy, withstands temperate winters and moderate frosts, plant in the ground without protection in most regions of France
  • Use: perennial for flower beds, dynamic border, association in a wildflower meadow, pot or planter in full sun; attracts bees and butterflies
  • Packaging: depending on the lot chosen, 11 cm pot, height 15-25 cm, ready to plant upon receipt

Coming directly from our partner growers, your Gaura will be in great shape from the first season and will transform your garden into a colorful living painting.

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Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri) - melliferous perennial - 11 cm pot - Height 25 cm

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Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri)

Exposition
Sun
Eau
Weak
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Non-toxic
Rusticité
Down to -15 °C
Hauteur à maturité
80 cm
Sol
Ordinary, light, well-drained, dry
Rempotage
Divide in spring
Fertilisation
Compost in spring; fertilizer if soil is poor
Distance de plantation
Around 40 cm
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Tempered
Nom latin
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Florgauros' (syn. Gaura lindheimeri)
Noms communs
Gaura, Lindheimer's gaura
Famille botanique
Evening primroses
Mois de floraison
June to October
Feuillage
Semi-persistent
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
Yes
Usage
Topiary, edging, pot, rockery
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri) - melliferous perennial - 11 cm pot - Height 25 cm

Is Gaura really hardy, and can it survive the winter in the ground in France?

Yes, Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) is a hardy perennial that can withstand temperatures down to around -10 to -15°C in good conditions. The absolute requirement for its winter survival is well-drained soil: a rootstock that remains sitting in cold water during the winter will rot, regardless of the plant's hardiness. In sandy or slightly alkaline soil, Gaura overwinters without any protection in the vast majority of regions in France, including Normandy and Brittany.

What is the flowering period of Gaura and how long does it last?

The flowering of Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) is one of the longest among garden perennials: it generally starts in late spring (May-June) and continues uninterrupted until the first frosts of autumn, sometimes until November in mild regions. It is a truly repeat and non-stop flowering, carried on long, flexible stems that are continuously renewed. The flowers, with four slightly asymmetrical petals, open from the bottom to the top of the spike, which creates a very pleasant visual movement.

What exposure is suitable for Gaura, and can it grow in partial shade?

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) is a sun-loving plant at heart, native to the open, sunny prairies of Texas and Mexico. It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to reach its full potential: sturdy stems, dense blooms, and vibrant colors. In partial shade, the plant will grow, but the stems will become leggy and stretch toward the light, making them weak and prone to flopping; the blooms will also be much sparser, and the plant's lifespan may be reduced.

How tall does Gaura grow as an adult, and how much space should be allocated for it in the garden?

When mature, Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) generally reaches a height of 80 to 120 cm and spreads 50 to 70 cm, depending on growing conditions and exposure. The plants supplied are 15–25 cm tall in an 11 cm pot: they are vigorous young plants that will reach their final size during their first growing season after planting out. Allow a spacing of at least 40 to 50 cm between each plant to ensure good air circulation and harmonious growth.

How to plant Gaura in a pot or planter on a terrace?

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) grows very well in a pot or planter, provided two requirements are met: a large volume (at least 30 cm in diameter and depth to accommodate the root ball) and perfect drainage, with effective drainage holes and a layer of clay pebbles at the bottom. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of all-purpose potting soil and coarse sand (1/3 sand), to prevent waterlogging.

Does Gaura really attract pollinators, and what is its ecological value?

Yes, Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) is a well-known magnet for pollinators, especially bees, bumblebees, and butterflies of all kinds. Its nectar-rich flowers, easily accessible thanks to their open shape, are visited from morning to evening throughout the flowering season. Its very long flowering period, from June to November, makes it a valuable food source at a time when many other garden flowers have already faded.

What plants should Gaura be paired with in a flower bed or border?

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri) is a highly versatile perennial that pairs beautifully with a wide variety of border companions. Its airy habit and arching stems pair perfectly with plants with dense, structured foliage: lavender (Lavandula), ornamental sage (Salvia nemorosa), or grasses such as pennisetum or stipa create a highly successful contrast in texture. To play with color, Gaura's white or pink flowers combine harmoniously with the blue of perovskia, the yellow of rudbeckia, or the red-orange of daylilies.

Gaura lindheimeri 'Bougie d'été' avec ses fleurs roses épanouies, plantée dans un jardin moderne avec une maison en arrière-plan.

The essentials about Gaura 'Florgauros' (Gaura lindheimeri) - melliferous perennial - 11 cm pot - Height 25 cm

Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri): characteristics and benefits of an essential perennial

The Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri), also known as summer candle or Lindheimer's gaura, is a herbaceous perennial native to the open grasslands of Texas and northern Mexico. Naturally adapted to sunny and dry conditions, it has become one of the essential plants in the Mediterranean garden and flower beds in France, thanks to its non-stop flowering from June to November and its absolutely unique, flexible and airy habit. Its slender stems bear spikes covered with small four-petalled flowers, white, pink or slightly purple, which sway in the slightest breeze like butterflies perched on the vegetation.

Where to plant Gaura? Exposure and hardiness

Gaura requires above all full sun: an open location, facing south or southwest, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, is essential for abundant flowering and strong stems. It fits perfectly into a sunny perennial bed, a path border, a well-drained rock garden or a large terrace planter. To discover our other perennials and sun-loving plants for the garden, browse our full selection on the website.

How to care for Gaura?

  • Soil: well-drained, sandy or alkaline; amend with coarse sand if the soil is heavy or clay-like; avoid any waterlogging.
  • Watering: regular during the first few weeks after planting, then less frequent once established; Gaura tolerates summer drought once established.
  • Pruning: cut back one-third of the stems in midsummer to restart flowering; prune to 15 cm above the ground in early spring to start from a vigorous base.
  • Exposure: full sun is essential, at least 6 to 8 hours; in partial shade, flowering will be sparse and the plant will lose its compact and generous habit.

Gaura in the garden: flowering, foliage and associations

From spring, Gaura forms a clump of narrow leaves, dark green and sometimes bronzed at the base, which herald the first flower stems from May-June. Flowering then settles in and does not stop until autumn: hundreds of small flowers open continuously, borne on stems of 80 to 120 cm that wave in the wind with incomparable lightness. In midsummer, Gaura brings movement and transparency to flower beds, something few perennials can do as well.

Buy Gaura at Plant and Stories

Our Gaura plants (Gaura lindheimeri) are produced and delivered in 11 cm pots, 15-25 cm tall, depending on the batch chosen (1, 6 or 12 plants). These vigorous young plants, coming directly from our partner growers, are carefully packaged to arrive at your home in perfect health and start growing without stress from the moment they are planted. Buy in batches to quickly fill a flower bed and enjoy flowering from the first season. Add your Gaura to your basket now and give your garden an airy, nectar-rich and inexhaustible perennial throughout the beautiful season.

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