Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'

Erect, clump-forming perennial with rigid, wiry stems. Features butterfly-like flowers which emerge rose pink from deep maroon buds. Flowers blooming several at a time spring to autumn. Narrow, lance-shaped, stalkless leaves are mottled with maroon. Best grown in sandy, loamy, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Good drainage is essential. A taprooted plant which tolerates heat, humidity and some drought. Remove spent flower panicles to prolong bloom period. Flowering stems may become leggy and flop, particularly when grown in rich soils or too much shade. Plants can benefit from close planting or support from adjacent perennial. Plants (particularly taller ones) may be cut back in late spring by 1/2 to control size.