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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') — features delicate white blossoms resembling butterflies; erect stems reaching, image 210
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — offering a long season of interest; and drought tolerance make it an excellent, image 224
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, though the best blooming, image 222
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Well-draining soil is essential to prevent root rot; white flowers in the garden, image 223
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — these flowers float above slender; well-draining soil is essential to prevent, image 218
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 219
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — the White Butterfly Flower is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this, image 220
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — making it a sustainable choice for water-conscious landscapes; these flowers, image 221
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — requiring minimal care beyond occasional deadheading to promote further, image 226
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — plant in groups or drifts; it prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, image 229
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Its wispiness adds movement to the landscape, creating a dynamic and captivating, image 231
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — thereby supporting local ecosystems.<br><br>For maximum impact; commonly referred, image 228
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — and consider pairing with contrasting colors and textures like purple coneflower, image 230
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Its low-maintenance disposition is perfect for a busy client; the White Butterfly, image 225
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — it is both deer-resistant and attractive to pollinators such as bees and, image 227

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