I planted three of these two years ago. Read that they need to be heavily mulched in my area. Mounded mulch over them, and they did not...Read More come back. Ordered one last year, (just to try it out). Plant Cons: Planted in clay soil, and last Fall, there was flooding in my area. Also gets partial sun, it's partially under a lilac. Winter prep consisted of nothing! Cleared excess leaves from the bed, but that was all. No mulch was added. The little bugger came back this year, strong and happy. Apparently neglect is the answer. Also read that digging and dividing is not recommended due to a long taproot. Will order two more for company and see how they do with their neglected companion.
Rolesville, NC (Zone 7b) | January 2009 | positive
It's unfortunate that stormy had a bad experience but our nursery grew this cultivar last year and the year before that and we love it! T...Read Morehe foliage color is great and the plant is nice and compact. Over fertilization and excessively moist, heavy soil can lead to any Gaura being floppy. These babies thrive on neglect. Who could ask for anything more.
I planted three of these two years ago. Read that they need to be heavily mulched in my area. Mounded mulch over them, and they did not...Read More
It's unfortunate that stormy had a bad experience but our nursery grew this cultivar last year and the year before that and we love it! T...Read More
This plant bloomed all summer but was very floppy. It did not return next year.