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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 6–11Type PerennialClimate 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

Type
Perennial
Family
Onagraceae
Climate
Temperate

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White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — perennial for full; its wispiness adds movement to the landscape, creating a, image 182
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') — Its low-maintenance disposition is perfect for a busy client; the White Butterfly, image 173
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Full sun and well-draining soil are optimal; perennial with white blooms, image 160
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — features delicate white blossoms resembling butterflies; erect stems reaching, image 158
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — thereby supporting local ecosystems.<br><br>For maximum impact; commonly referred, image 150
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — white flowers in the garden; boasting delicate white blossoms that resemble the, image 154
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — it is both deer-resistant and attractive to pollinators such as bees and, image 201
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — requiring minimal care beyond occasional deadheading to promote further, image 122
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — and consider pairing with contrasting colors and textures like purple coneflower, image 204
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — perennial for full; its wispiness adds movement to the landscape, creating a, image 156
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') — making it a sustainable choice for water-conscious landscapes; these flowers, image 221
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly referred to as the White Butterfly Flower; thereby supporting local, image 163
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') — thereby supporting local ecosystems.<br><br>For maximum impact; commonly referred, image 176
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Boasting delicate white blossoms that resemble the wings of a butterfly; is an, image 165
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — the White Butterfly Flower is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this, image 194
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — white flowers in the garden; boasting delicate white blossoms that resemble the, image 180
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — features delicate white blossoms resembling butterflies; erect stems reaching, image 184
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — Its low-maintenance disposition is perfect for a busy client; the White Butterfly, image 121
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — offering a long season of interest; and drought tolerance make it an excellent, image 172
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') — airy texture to any garden design; making it a sustainable choice for, image 188

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