Also known as Beeblossom · 1.1k gardener saves
Gaura: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Gaura, the genus most gardeners know as beeblossom. We track 18 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Gaura varieties
Of 18 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedWhirling Butterflies Beeblossom
Gaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'
#2 most savedCrimson Butterflies Beeblossom
Gaura lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterflies'
#3 most savedBelleza Dark Pink Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'Belleza Dark Pink'
Lindheimer's Beeblossom Whirling Butterflies
Gaura lindheimeri
Beeblossom
Gaura lindheimeri 'Dauphin'
Gaudi Red Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'Gaudí Red'
Snow Fountain Wand Flower
Gaura lindheimeri 'Walsnofou'
Siskiyou Pink Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
Silver Fountain Beeblossom
Gaura lindheimeri 'Silver Fountain'
Little Janie Gaura
Gaura lindheimeri 'Little Janie'
Gaura lindheimeri Deep Rose
Gaura lindheimeri 'Deep Rose'
Gaura Lindheimeri Jo Adella
Gaura lindheimeri 'Jo Adella'
Browse all 18 Gaura varieties →
How to grow Gaura
What the Gaura varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 18 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Gaura year
- PruneFebruary and March61% of varieties
Cut back old stems to 2-3 inches above ground in late winter
- DeadheadMay–September56% of varieties
Snip off spent flower spikes to maintain a tidy look and encourage blooms
- PlantMarch, April, September and October44% of varieties
Plant nursery stock after danger of hard frost has passed
- DivideMarch and September44% of varieties
Divide mature clumps every 3-4 years in spring or early fall
- Spring CleanupFebruary44% of varieties
Cut back old, dead stems to the ground before new growth starts
- FertilizeMarch39% of varieties
Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring; avoid overfeeding
Do
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Water during dry spells 🌱
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Refrain from heavy pruning in late fall
- Overwater to avoid root rot ❌
- Overwater in winter ❌
What goes wrong with Gaura
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Use neem oil spray or insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing on foliage | Increase humidity and apply insecticidal soap |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply sulfur fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting despite adequate watering | Ensure well-drained soil and reduce watering |
Making more Gaura
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch softwood cuttings in late spring
- Dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist potting mix
- Keep in warm, bright location for 6 weeks
Seeds
- Sow seeds indoors 8 weeks before last frost.
- Keep soil moist and warm.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost danger passes.
Gaura questions
How many types of Gaura are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 18 distinct Gaura varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1.1k real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Gaura grow in?
Across its varieties, Gaura covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Gaura bloom?
Most Gaura varieties bloom in early summer, late spring to fall, late spring to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Gaura should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
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Design with Gaura in your own yard
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