Gaura lindheimeri 'Corries Gold'
Variegated Gaura
Description
Variegated Gaura is a profusely flowering perenial for all zones; it grows 2'-4' high. It has pink buds that open to showy white flowers in spring and fall. The leaves have a gold-colored edge. It needs full sun and is drought tolerant.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.