Biennial Gaura (Gaura biennis) grows to six feet in it's second year. with small pink flowers and establishes a prairie planting.  Completes its life-cycle in two years; however will distribute numerous seeds while blowing in a gentle breeze.  Will grow tall, with an untidy appearance or weedy look yet should be considered in a planned prairie planting.

Late blooming can occur in September and although usually pink, color can be pure white or a deep reddish-pink. 

The leaves and seeds provide a favorite feeding source for the larvae from the Gaura Moth and Primose Moth.
It is also an important pollinating plant for long-tongue bees and bumblebees.