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Gaura Ballerina is a graceful and enchanting perennial that brings life to New Zealand gardens with its delicate, butterfly-like blooms. Renowned for its easy-care nature and long flowering season, this versatile plant is a favourite among garden enthusiasts seeking reliable colour and movement. Whether you're looking to enhance a cottage garden border, create a pollinator-friendly oasis, or add a touch of subtle whimsy to a contemporary landscape, Gaura Ballerina delivers effortless beauty and year-round appeal.

Armeria 'Ballerina Red' plants with red flowers.

Armeria 'Ballerina Red' (Thrift)

Armeria 'Ballerina Red' is a compact and colourful perennial known for its bright red pompom style flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. Its neat, grassy foliage forms an attractive mound that stays tidy year round. This hardy plant performs beautifully in New Zealand gardens, thriving in sunny, well drained positions.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 20 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink'

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Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink' is a compact perennial that produces masses of delicate blush pink flowers on slender stems from spring through autumn. Its graceful appearance, long flowering season, and easy care nature make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and cottage gardens throughout New Zealand.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Armeria 'Ballerina Red' plants with red flowers.
Armeria 'Ballerina Red' (Thrift)

Armeria 'Ballerina Red' is a compact and colourful perennial known for its bright red pompom style flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. Its...

From$23.39
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Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink'

Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink' is a compact perennial that produces masses of delicate blush pink flowers on slender stems from spring through autumn. Its...

From$24.77
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Gaura 'Pink Ballerina'

Gaura 'Pink Ballerina' is a compact perennial admired for its profusion of soft pink flowers that float gracefully above slender stems from spring...

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Rhaphiolepis 'Ballerina' plant in a pot with pink flowers and dark green foliage.
Rhaphiolepis 'Ballerina'

Rhaphiolepis 'Ballerina' is a charming evergreen shrub admired for its glossy foliage and masses of soft pink flowers. During spring, the plant...

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Gaura Alba'

Gaura 'Alba' is a graceful perennial renowned for its masses of pure white flowers that flutter above slender stems from spring through autumn. Its...

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Prostanthera poorinda 'Ballerina'

Prostanthera poorinda 'Ballerina' is a delightful evergreen shrub prized for its masses of soft pink to mauve flowers and highly aromatic foliage...

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Salvia 'Amante' plant with dark pink flowers and lush, green foliage.
Salvia 'Amante'

Salvia 'Amante' is a spectacular perennial prized for its vivid magenta-red flowers and dark burgundy stems. Flowering from spring through autumn, it...

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Malus ballerina 'Samba' tree with dark red flowers.
Malus 'Ballerina Samba'

Malus 'Ballerina Samba' is a compact columnar crabapple tree that combines beautiful pink spring blossoms with attractive foliage and colourful...

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Malus ballerina 'Maypole' tree with pink flowers.
Malus 'Ballerina Maypole'

Malus 'Ballerina Maypole' is a striking columnar crabapple tree featuring deep pink spring blossoms, rich purple tinted foliage, and colourful...

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Leptospermum 'Ballerina' plant with showy, pink flowers.
Leptospermum 'Ballerina'

Leptospermum 'Ballerina' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its masses of delicate pink flowers and fine textured foliage. This attractive...

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Gaura Rainbow Petite plant with colourful foliage and flowers.
Gaura 'Rainbow Petite'

Gaura 'Rainbow Petite' is a compact perennial prized for its variegated foliage and masses of delicate pink and white flowers that bloom from spring...

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Gaura The Bride white flower looking beautiful.
Gaura 'The Bride'

Gaura 'The Bride' is a charming perennial prized for its elegant white, butterfly-like flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. The delicate...

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Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink' flowers in a border with lush, green foliage.
Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink'

Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink' is a graceful, clump-forming perennial known for its soft pink, butterfly-like flowers that bloom from spring through autumn...

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Armeria 'Ballerina White' plants with elegant white flowers above lush, green foliage.
Armeria 'Ballerina White' (Thrift)

Armeria 'Ballerina White' is a compact and cheerful perennial forming neat cushions of fine grassy foliage topped with crisp white pompom flowers...

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Armeria 'Ballerina Lilac' plant with purple-pink flowers.
Armeria 'Ballerina Lilac'

Armeria 'Ballerina Lilac' is a charming compact perennial forming neat cushions of grassy foliage topped with soft lilac pompom flowers. Blooming...

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Pink and white flowers on Gaura Red Monarch with lush, green foliage.
Gaura 'Red Monarch'

Gaura 'Red Monarch' is a compact, clump-forming perennial known for its striking deep red to burgundy foliage and graceful, butterfly-like pink...

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Gaura lindheimeri plant with elegant flowers.
Gaura lindheimeri

Gaura lindheimeri, commonly known as Bee Blossom, is a graceful perennial admired for its long-lasting display of delicate, butterfly-like flowers...

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Rose 'Ballerina' with pink and white flowers.
Rose Ballerina

Rose 'Ballerina' is a graceful shrub rose known for its masses of small, soft pink single flowers with a delicate white centre. Flowering repeatedly...

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Gaura 'Steffi Dark Rose'

Gaura 'Steffi Dark Rose' is a compact perennial prized for its rich dark rose pink flowers that bloom continuously from spring through autumn. Its...

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Gaura So White with masses of white flowers.
Gaura 'So White'

Gaura 'So White' (White Gaura) is a compact perennial admired for its masses of pure white flowers that float above slender stems from spring through...

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Fuchsia 'Hartis Ballerina'

Fuchsia Hartis Ballerina is a variety of fuchsia favoured for its exquisite flowers. It becomes smothered in showy, single flowers which are dark...

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Gaura 'Sparkle White'

Gaura 'Sparkle White' is a compact perennial prized for its profusion of crisp white flowers that bloom continuously from spring through autumn. Its...

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Gaura 'Emmeline White'

Gaura 'Emmeline White' is a compact perennial prized for its elegant white flowers that bloom continuously from spring through autumn. Its graceful...

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Gaura 'Soda Pop'

Gaura 'Soda Pop' is a compact perennial renowned for its profusion of delicate pink and white flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. Its tidy...

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Gaura Lillipop Blush plant with rose-pink flowers and lush, green foliage.
Gaura 'Lillipop Blush'

Gaura 'Lillipop Blush' is a compact evergreen perennial valued for its masses of soft blush pink flowers that dance above airy stems from spring...

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Gaura 'Whirling Butterflies' in a garden with white and pink flowers.
Gaura 'Whirling Butterflies'

Gaura 'Whirling Butterflies' is a graceful perennial admired for its masses of delicate white flowers that dance above slender stems from late spring...

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Apple 'Ballerina Waltz'

Apple 'Ballerina Waltz' is a highly popular columnar apple tree that delivers excellent fruit production from a remarkably compact plant. Its...

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Armeria 'Ballerina Red' (Thrift)

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Why Choose Gaura Ballerina for Your Garden

Gaura Ballerina, also known as wandflower, stands out for its airy stems adorned with white and pink star-shaped flowers that flutter in the breeze. It is exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, making it perfect for low-maintenance or water-wise gardens. Flowering from late spring through autumn, Gaura Ballerina provides an extended display, keeping beds and borders lively long after other perennials have faded.

Plant Gaura Ballerina en masse for a softening effect along pathways, or blend it with grasses and contrasting perennials for a naturalistic look. It pairs beautifully with plants such as Gaura Ballerina Rose, Gaura Ballerina Blush, and Gaura Pink Ballerina to create subtle shifts in colour across your planting schemes.

Growing Conditions and Care Tips

One of the best things about Gaura Ballerina is its adaptability. It thrives in full sun positions and well-drained soils, making it suitable for a variety of garden styles across New Zealand. Gaura Ballerina copes well with wind and coastal conditions, making it a smart choice for exposed sites. Once established, this perennial is relatively drought- and heat-tolerant, requiring minimal watering and attention during dry periods.

Propagation is generally by seed or division, and light pruning back after the main flowering flush can encourage bushier growth and additional blooms. Regular deadheading will prolong the flowering season, ensuring your Gaura Ballerina remains the star of your garden display.

Companion Plants and Alternatives

If you're seeking to expand your perennial palette, explore other members of the ballerina collection, such as Gaura Ballerina Rose, which features delicate rose-pink flowers, or the soft blush tones of Gaura Ballerina Blush. For even more variety in form and colour, Gaura Pink Ballerina is a beautiful choice that complements classic Gaura Ballerina.

For those interested in extending the ballerina theme to shrubs, consider Rhaphiolepis Ballerina (Ballerina Indian Hawthorn), which offers robust evergreen structure and year-round interest, or Prostanthera poorinda Ballerina (Mintbush) for aromatic foliage and vibrant seasonal flowers.

Transform Your Garden with Gaura Ballerina

Whether planted in mixed borders, pots, or wildflower meadows, Gaura Ballerina brings movement, charm, and resilience to any garden. Its minimal maintenance needs and season-long display make it a must-have for both new and experienced gardeners. Discover the full potential of Gaura Ballerina and its companions, and create a garden that captivates in every season.

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