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| Botanical Name | Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Rainbow' |
| Description | A true showstopper for Willis and Houston landscapes, 'Passionate Rainbow' offers color even when it isn't blooming. These 1-gallon plants feature stunning variegated leaves edged in white and pink, with new growth emerging in a deep burgundy. The "whirling butterfly" flowers are a rich, dark pink, standing out beautifully against the multicolored foliage. Like its cousins, it is incredibly heat-tolerant. To ensure it thrives in our local clay, plant in a raised bed or a very well-drained sunny spot; this Gaura is built for the Texas heat but will rot quickly if left in standing water during a Houston rainy season. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Essential for vibrant foliage variegation and heavy blooming) |
| Height x Width | 18-24 in. Tall x 18-24 in. Wide |
| Water | Low. Very drought-tolerant once established. Impeccable drainage is the key to longevity in Southeast Texas. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 (A reliable perennial for the Houston metro area) |
| Fertilization | Minimal needs. A light application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring is sufficient. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds that can make the stems floppy. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks to keep the plant tidy and encourage a second flush of blooms. Cut back by half or more in late winter to stimulate fresh, colorful new growth. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
| Botanical Name | Gaura lindheimeri 'Passionate Rainbow' |
| Description | A true showstopper for Willis and Houston landscapes, 'Passionate Rainbow' offers color even when it isn't blooming. These 1-gallon plants feature stunning variegated leaves edged in white and pink, with new growth emerging in a deep burgundy. The "whirling butterfly" flowers are a rich, dark pink, standing out beautifully against the multicolored foliage. Like its cousins, it is incredibly heat-tolerant. To ensure it thrives in our local clay, plant in a raised bed or a very well-drained sunny spot; this Gaura is built for the Texas heat but will rot quickly if left in standing water during a Houston rainy season. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Essential for vibrant foliage variegation and heavy blooming) |
| Height x Width | 18-24 in. Tall x 18-24 in. Wide |
| Water | Low. Very drought-tolerant once established. Impeccable drainage is the key to longevity in Southeast Texas. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 (A reliable perennial for the Houston metro area) |
| Fertilization | Minimal needs. A light application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring is sufficient. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds that can make the stems floppy. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks to keep the plant tidy and encourage a second flush of blooms. Cut back by half or more in late winter to stimulate fresh, colorful new growth. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
