Bantam® White Butterfly Gaura (Gaura lindheimeri 'Bantam® White')
GAR-ah lind-HY-mer-eye 'Bantam® White'
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Deciduous Perennial Mounded
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Available May 14
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Availability |
| Tray of 6 #1 gallons |
Field
Budded
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$67.41 |
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A stunning perennial that brings a delicate touch to any garden with its graceful, white, butterfly-like blooms! |
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Gaura lindheimeri 'Bantam® White' is a compact perennial belonging to the evening primrose family, known for its prolific white flowers that bloom from midsummer into fall. This cultivar typically reaches a height of 12 to 16 inches and features sturdy stems that support its delicate blooms, which resemble butterflies fluttering above the foliage. 'Bantam® White' is well-suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9 and thrives in full sun, making it an excellent choice for gardens that experience heat and humidity. Its dense, rounded foliage provides a neat appearance, and the plant is often used in mixed containers, mass plantings, or as border plants due to its versatility and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, it is relatively low-maintenance, requiring moderate watering and well-drained soil to flourish.
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Pros
North American native
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Plant Data |
| Mature Size |
12 - 16 inches
tall. 18 - 22 inches
wide.
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| Sun Exposure |
Partial Sun - Full Sun |
| Moisture Tolerance |
Allow soil to dry between waterings
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| Zones |
4a - 9b
(Usually hardy to -30° F)
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| Tags |
Attracts Bees, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Container, Deciduous, Drought Tolerant, Filler, Full Sun, Good for Bedding, Good for Beginners, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Rock Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Mounded, Native to North America, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Partial Sun, Perennial, Prairie Garden, Showy Flowers, Tolerant of Poor Soil, Well-Drained Soil
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| Bloom Period |
Summer to Fall
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| Flower Color |
White
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Most Popular Plants |
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Commonly Planted with...
Salvia, Rudbeckia, Sedum, Echinacea, Coreopsis, Perovskia (Russian Sage), and Agastache.
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