Perennials

Oenothera lindheimeri 'Steffi Dark Rose'

Steffi Dark Rose wandflower

Also known as: Gaura lindheimeri · Bee blossom · Gaura lindheimeri Steffi Dark Rose

Gaura Steffi Dark Rose. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company.

Airy rose-pink flowers flutter above a compact leafy base. Adds movement without hiding nearby plants. Trim leggy growth and spent stems to encourage another flush.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 18–24 in. tall × 18–24 in. wide
Water: Low once established
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9
Bloom: Rose pink; late spring–early fall.

Sizes & prices

#1$19.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerant once established.
Heat: Tolerant.
Deer & rabbits: Resistant, not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Pollinators

Growing & care

Watering: Water regularly during establishment.

Sources & photo credits

Monrovia

LSU AgCenter

Monrovia

Botanical name: Kew Science.

Photo: Ball Horticultural Company image library · Authorized promotional use

Image notes: Gaura Steffi Dark Rose. Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company. Resized, uncropped.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.