White Butterfly Flower

Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White'

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Overview

The Gaura lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White', commonly known as White Butterfly Flower, features delicate white blossoms resembling butterflies. This hardy perennial thrives in USDA zones 5-9, reaching 18-24 inches in height with a similar spread. Full sun and well-draining soil are optimal. Its long blooming period, from late spring to fall, and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for adding graceful movement and a light, airy texture to any garden design.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 6–11Climate Temperate

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly known as White Butterfly Flower

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 6–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–2 Ft.
Mature width: 0.6666667–1.1666666 Ft.

Classification

Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Temperate

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White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — the White Butterfly Flower is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this, image 116

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Well-draining soil is essential to prevent root rot; white flowers in the garden, image 119

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — perennial with white blooms; offering a long season of interest, image 129

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — it is both deer-resistant and attractive to pollinators such as bees and, image 123

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — thereby supporting local ecosystems.<br><br>For maximum impact; commonly referred, image 124

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — plant in groups or drifts; it prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, image 125

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — and consider pairing with contrasting colors and textures like purple coneflower, image 126

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Its wispiness adds movement to the landscape, creating a dynamic and captivating, image 127

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — white flowers in the garden; boasting delicate white blossoms that resemble the, image 128

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — features delicate white blossoms resembling butterflies; erect stems reaching, image 132

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — This hardy perennial thrives in USDA zones 5-9, reaching 18-24 inches in height, image 133

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Full sun and well-draining soil are optimal; perennial with white blooms, image 134

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for adding graceful movement, image 135

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — perennial for full; its wispiness adds movement to the landscape, creating a, image 130

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly known as White Butterfly Flower; full sun and well-draining soil are, image 131

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — airy texture to any garden design; making it a sustainable choice for, image 136

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly referred to as the White Butterfly Flower; thereby supporting local, image 137

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Boasting delicate white blossoms that resemble the wings of a butterfly; is an, image 139

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — these flowers float above slender; well-draining soil is essential to prevent, image 140

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — the White Butterfly Flower is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this, image 142

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — is an elegant and airy perennial that brings a graceful charm to any garden, image 138

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — erect stems reaching heights of 2 to 3 feet with a spread of about 1 to 2 feet, image 141

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — making it a sustainable choice for water-conscious landscapes; these flowers, image 143

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, though the best blooming, image 144

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