Gaura lindheimeri ‘Walberton’s Silver Fountain’

Description

Best grown in sandy, loamy, well-drained soil in full sun. Good drainage is essential. A tap-rooted plant which tolerates heat, humidity, some drought and poor soils. Remove spent flower spikes to prolong bloom. Thin flower stems tend to become leggy and flop, particularly when grown in rich soils. Plants often benefit from close planting or support from adjacent perennials. Plants may be cut back in late spring by 1/2 to control size. Although the species will self-seed, this cultivar is sterile. Root rot may occur in heavy, poorly drained soils. Taller plants may need support.  (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)

Gaura lindheimeri ‘Walberton’s Silver Fountain’ | Kiefer Nursery: Trees, Shrubs, Perennials

 

Variegated foliage and delicate blooms!

Gaura 'Silver Fountain' is a perennial that your pollinators will love! Tall stems of pale pink buds open to clear white flowers that will bloom throughout the season. These pretty blooms have an exceptionally long bloom time and will light up your garden from early summer all the way through the fall! The blooms are settled against and complimented by variegated crisp green and lemon yellow foliage that will provide plenty of interest in your landscape. Gaura is a North American prairie native that is hardy in zones 5-9. Not only is it gorgeous but it's a pollinator magnet! It's commonly known as Whirling Butterflies but it will invite bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies to the show. Add this stunning long bloomer to your garden for endless color and plenty of pollinators in your landscape.

Gaura Silver Fountain (waysidegardens.com)