Gaura lindheimeriButterfly Bush

The Gaura lindheimeri, or Butterfly Bush, is a graceful perennial plant known for its airy appearance and delicate, butterfly-like flowers. Blooming profusely from spring to autumn, the small, star-shaped blooms range in colour from white to soft pink and are held on long, slender stems above a mound of green to reddish foliage. This fast-growing plant reaches up to 1 to 1.5 metres in height, making it a perfect choice for cottage gardens, borders, or wildflower-inspired landscapes.

Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, the Butterfly Bush thrives in sunny locations and adds movement, texture, and colour to gardens.

Specifications

• Height1 to 1.5 metres
• Width0.5 to 1 metre
• Native toSouthern United States and Mexico
• FoliageNarrow, lance-shaped green or reddish leaves; semi-evergreen in mild climates
• Growth rateFast

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils; tolerates poor soils
• LightFull sun
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, Mediterranean, and subtropical regions

Additional Features

• FlowersDelicate white to pink blooms on long stems, from spring to autumn
• UsesIdeal for borders, wildflower gardens, cottage gardens, and containers
• SpacingPlant 0.5 to 1 metre apart for mass planting or individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; cut back in late winter to encourage fresh growth
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with proper care
• Drought ToleranceWell-suited for water-wise and low-irrigation gardens
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
• Seasonal AppealLong blooming period and airy flowers provide continuous colour and movement

The Butterfly Bush is a charming and resilient plant, perfect for adding elegance and wildlife appeal to gardens with its delicate flowers and graceful form.