gaura varieties

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If you’re seeking a graceful, long-flowering addition to your New Zealand garden, gaura varieties offer an enchanting solution. Known for their delicate, butterfly-like blooms and airy form, gaura plants are an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial plantings. With so many gaura varieties available, you’ll easily find one to suit your garden style— from striking whites to romantic pinks and vibrant bi-colours. Let’s explore the world of gaura varieties, their features, and some top selections to consider for your landscape.

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 brings bold colour and life to NZ gardens. The aromatic foliage and long-lasting blooms attract bees, butterflies, and birds, making it perfect for pollinator-friendly landscapes. Salvia 'Amante' is hardy, easy to grow, and ideal for adding vibrant beauty to borders, pots, or mixed plantings.

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From $26.93

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 1.00 m

Spread: 80 cm

Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn

Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical

Gaura Steffi Blush Pink

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Gaura ‘Steffi Blush Pink’ is a delicate perennial featuring soft pink flowers on slender stems. Blooming from spring through autumn, it adds gentle colour and charm to borders, containers, and cottage gardens across New Zealand.

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From $24.23

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

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Why Choose Different Gaura Varieties?

Choosing among various gaura varieties allows you to personalise your garden design. Some varieties stand out with crisp white flowers, while others dazzle with unique shades of pink or subtle blushes. Their ability to flower from late spring right through autumn, even in tough spots, makes gaura a must-have for low-maintenance, high-impact gardens. Gaura are also fantastic options for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies, adding both movement and life to your outdoor space.

Popular Gaura Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

With a variety of forms and flower colours, gaura can suit any design palette. Here are some standout gaura varieties to consider:

Gaura Rainbow Petite: This compact, free-flowering selection features vibrant pink blooms, ideal for small gardens or containers. Gaura Rainbow Petite brings reliable colour and a tidy habit.
Gaura Alba: Celebrated for its pure white, starry blooms, Gaura Alba stands out for mass plantings or as a soft contrast among bolder colours. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Gaura Sparkle White: With elegant white flowers and a compact growth habit, Gaura Sparkle White is a favourite for edging paths and filling front-of-border gaps.
Gaura Steffi Dark Rose: For those who love deeper shades, Gaura Steffi Dark Rose offers romantic dark pink flowers, making it a striking accent plant or a standout in mixed perennial beds.
Gaura Steffi Blush Pink: If a soft pastel palette is more your style, Gaura Steffi Blush Pink charms with pale blush blooms, perfect for creating a gentle, dreamy atmosphere.

Tips for Growing Gaura Varieties

All gaura varieties share easy-care characteristics that gardeners love. Choose a sunny site with free-draining soil, and water well until established. Gaura is drought-tolerant, so it’s ideal for dry areas or low-water gardens. Cut back spent flower spikes to encourage further blooming and enjoy months of delicate, dancing flowers. Whether planted in groups or as solo features, gaura varieties bring reliable beauty and effortless grace to any New Zealand garden.

Explore our range of gorgeous gaura varieties to find your new garden favourites and bring vibrant colour and pollinator life to your outdoor space.

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