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White Gaura
Oenothera lindheimeri
In the United States:
Native
· also called Lindheimer's beeblossom, whirling butterflies
Attracts honeybees and other long-tongued bees to its white to pink flowers on airy stems; provides consistent forage through an extended bloom period from early summer into fall with individual flowers opening sequentially. Drought-tolerant perennial that may self-seed readily in suitable conditions and benefits from full sun and well-drained soil.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | June–October |
| Duration | ~4 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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