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gaura evergreen

Searching for "gaura evergreen" is a common query among New Zealand gardeners keen to add lasting form and colour to their borders. While gaura, also known as bee blossom, is typically a perennial rather than true evergreen, certain Gaura varieties will maintain their foliage for much of the year in mild NZ climates. These airy, graceful plants are celebrated for their longevity, drought tolerance, and spectacular floral displays—making them a smart choice for gardeners seeking more than just fleeting blooms. Whether you’re looking to create year-round structure, attract pollinators, or enjoy delicate flowers from spring through autumn, gaura offers versatile landscaping options.

Gaura So White with masses of white flowers.

Gaura 'So White'

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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 autumn. Its long flowering season, graceful habit, and drought tolerance 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: 50 cm
Spread: 45 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, White
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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.

From $24.77

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 38 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
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Is Gaura Evergreen in New Zealand?

It's important to clarify that while Gaura is not technically an evergreen—most varieties lose some foliage over winter—they remain semi-evergreen in temperate regions. In places where winters are mild, gaura stands often retain green leaves and sustain a neat, compact shape until new growth resumes in spring. Their resilience and attractive foliage ensure gaura plants provide visual interest beyond flowering season, especially in cottage gardens, coastal landscapes or mixed perennial beds.

Popular Gaura Varieties for Border Planting

Although you won’t find a strictly evergreen gaura, several outstanding gaura cultivars thrive in New Zealand conditions and keep their foliage for much of the year. Consider these favourite selections:
- Gaura Whirling Butterflies: Famous for ethereal, butterfly-like blooms that dance above the foliage, this variety stays fresh and upright even in challenging weather.
- Gaura Sparkle White: Its compact habit and prolific white flowers make it ideal for containers and smaller gardens, with semi-evergreen leaves often persisting through winter.
- Gaura So White: Known for pure white petals and healthy green foliage, this cultivar is prized for season-long performance in NZ gardens.
- Gaura Steffi Dark Rose: Offering vivid deep pink blooms and rich, dark foliage, this striking gaura adds colour even when out of flower.
- Gaura Soda Pop: With delicate, sparkling pink flowers and robust foliage, it’s excellent for mass planting and creating a garden that looks lively all year.

Tips for Growing Gaura for Evergreen Effect

To maximise the "evergreen" qualities of gaura in your garden, choose a sunny, sheltered spot with free-draining soil. Pruning lightly in early autumn helps maintain shape and encourages foliage retention during the colder months. Mulching will protect roots and support winter growth. Gaura’s moderate drought tolerance and adaptability make it a reliable, low-maintenance addition to mixed borders, pathway edges, or pots.

Gaura for Year-Round Interest

While not a classic evergreen, gaura’s persistence through New Zealand winters and lush foliage makes it a go-to choice for gardeners seeking year-round structure and movement. Pair gaura with complementary evergreens or other perennials to create layered, dynamic plantings. Explore our range to find the best gaura varieties for your garden, including Gaura Whirling Butterflies, Gaura Sparkle White, and Gaura Soda Pop, and enjoy lasting beauty in every season.

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