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Herbaceous Perennial

Oenothera lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterflies'PBR (G)
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A compact, clump-forming perennial to around 50cm high, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are strongly flushed with reddish-bronze. Deep rose pink flowers open from dark red buds on slender, branching stems from early summer to early autumn

Synonyms
Gaura lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterflies'
Gaura lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterfly'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Red Bronze
Summer Pink Green Red Bronze
Autumn Pink Green Red Bronze
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Onagraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming, Bushy
Genus

Oenothera can be annuals, biennials or perennials, upright or spreading in habit, with simple or lobed leaves and bowl-shaped, white, yellow or pink flowers over a long period in summer

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun, though will tolerate light or part-day shade. Some drought tolerance once established, protect from excess winter wet. Plants can be short-lived, and dislike transplanting

Propagation

Propagate by basal or softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Prairie planting
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Deadhead after flowering. Cut back plants in early spring

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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