So White Butterfly Flower

Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White'

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Overview

Gaura lindheimeri 'So White' is a graceful perennial reaching up to 24 inches in height and spreading 18 inches wide. This charming plant boasts pure white blooms resembling butterflies atop its slender stems from late spring to fall. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established. Ideal for borders and as an accent plant, it offers a delicate texture and continuous flowering to any garden design.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — it offers a delicate texture and continuous flowering to any garden design

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — commonly referred to as the So White Butterfly Flower

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — features an enchanting display of delicate white blooms that dance atop slender

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — is an excellent choice for adding a touch of whimsy to any landscape design

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — the So White cultivar offers a profusion of crisp white flowers that resemble small butterflies in

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–20 Inches
Mature width: 15–20 Inches

Classification

Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Temperate

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So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — Ideal for borders and as an accent plant

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — it offers a delicate texture and continuous flowering to any garden design

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — commonly referred to as the So White Butterfly Flower

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — features an enchanting display of delicate white blooms that dance atop slender

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — is an excellent choice for adding a touch of whimsy to any landscape design

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — the So White cultivar offers a profusion of crisp white flowers that resemble small butterflies in

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — Characterized by its long blooming period

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — this hardy plant occupies a modest footprint within garden beds

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9, and prefers full sun to part shade conditions

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — the So White Butterfly Flower is drought tolerant once established

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — With a preference for well-drained soil

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — Deadheading is not required

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — as this plant is self-cleaning

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — although cutting it back in late winter can promote a tidier appearance and vigorous spring growth

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — Its airy growth habit pairs beautifully with other perennials

So White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'So White') — and its gentle sway adds dynamic movement to the landscape

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