Oenothera lindheimeri 'Pink Fountain' 
(Appleblossom Grass, Gaura lindheimeri)

Origin:  Hybrid
Family:  Onagraceae
Light:  Full sun
Height:  1.5-3'
Spacing:  2-3'
Blooms:  Repeated, soft pink, along long stems, mid-Spring
Foliage:  Herbaceous
Soil:  Well-drained, drought tolerant
Water:  Low
Uses:  Xeriscaping, ornamental. Summer garden, naturalizing, mass plant, butterfly garden, container
Propagation:  Seeds, rootball divisions

Comments:  Oenothera lindheimeri 'Pink Fountain' or Appleblossom Grass or Gaura lindheimeri is an ornamental hybrid perennial with a compact, clumping, airy growth habit.  It has herbaceous foliage.  In mid-Spring, Oenothera lindheimeri 'Pink Fountain' repeatedly produces soft pink flowers along long slender stems, followed later by seeds.  Butterflies, hummingbirds and bees are magnetized by the nectar-rich blossoms.  Gaura lindheimeri 'Pink Fountain' is easily propagated from seeds or clump divisions.  It thrives best in well-drained, rich mildly acidic, neutral or mildly alkaline soil in a sunny environment.  Grow Appleblossom Grass 'Pink Fountain' in permanent location as it has tap roots and does not like being moved.  It can also be container cultivated.  Gaura lindheimeri loves heat and humidity.  This vase-shaped perennial is tolerates drought conditions and is excellent for xeriscaping.  Mass plant Oenothera lindheimeri 'Pink Fountain' in borders for a terrific display.  It self sows readily and forms a nice colony.  Appleblossom Grass 'Pink Fountain' naturalizes well.  It is a sheer delight to watch it dance with the wind, looking like little butterflies. 

Interestingly, this species is named after Ferdinand Jacob Lindheimer (1801-1879), popularly known as Father of Botany, famed for his works as the first permanent-resident plant collector in Texas.

USDA Zones:  5-9

Seeds/plant inquiries:  jen@JennysGarden.com