Botanical Name: Gaura lindheimeri ‘Belleza® Dark Pink’

Common Name: Gaura, Wandflower

Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Most Climates (USDA Zones 5–9)

Size: 12–16" Tall × 12–16" Spread

Growth Habit: Compact, Upright, Airy, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun (Best Flowering); Tolerates Light Shade

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Poor or Sandy Soils

Water Needs: Low to Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Fall

Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Fertility

Features: Deep Rose-Pink Butterfly-Like Flowers, Compact Size, Long Bloom Season, Excellent Heat Tolerance, Pollinator Friendly

Uses: Ideal for Borders, Containers, Pollinator Gardens, Mass Plantings, and Cottage-Style Designs

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

See our complete Gaura Plant Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Gaura ‘Belleza® Dark Pink’

Gaura ‘Belleza® Dark Pink’ delivers rich, saturated rose-pink blooms that appear to float above fine-textured foliage, bringing movement and color to the garden for months on end. The flowers open continuously on slender stems, creating gaura’s signature airy, dancing effect.

As part of the Belleza® series, this variety was bred for compact growth, improved branching, and better garden control. Unlike older gaura selections that can become tall or floppy, ‘Belleza® Dark Pink’ stays neat and balanced while maintaining heavy flower production through heat and drought.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Belleza® Dark Pink’ has been a consistently strong performer in full sun and summer heat. It establishes quickly, holds its compact form without staking, and continues blooming steadily even during periods of high temperatures and humidity.

We especially appreciate its versatility. It works beautifully as a container filler or centerpiece, a front-to-mid border perennial, or a mass planting where its color and movement really shine. Pollinators—especially bees and butterflies—visit frequently throughout the season.

Belleza Dark Pink vs. Other Gaura Varieties

Gaura Belleza Dark Pink is the boldest flowering option in this group, delivering rich, saturated pink blooms that stand out against all other varieties listed. Compared to Belleza White, the darker color creates more contrast in mixed plantings and holds its presence better from a distance. Unlike Whirling Butterflies, which feels soft and meadow-like, Belleza Dark Pink reads as intentional and decorative, making it a stronger focal plant in containers and borders.

When compared to Bantam White, Belleza Dark Pink grows taller and fuller, offering more visual impact but requiring slightly more space. It also differs from Passionate Rainbow, which leans heavily on foliage interest; Belleza Dark Pink is all about flower power and symmetry. Gardeners who want a long-blooming Gaura that feels colorful, polished, and garden-center ready will find this variety easier to design with than the wilder, more natural forms.