Oenothera speciosa
pink evening primrose
A vigorous, tough perennial that spreads readily to from dense mats of low-growing foliage. In late spring to summer, its covered with fragrant, pink to white blooms! Easy, dependable, a strong grower that can spread significantly, particularly in well-drained soils. Native to rocky prairies and plains, this plant spreads by seed and rhizome and is a great candidate for naturalizing an area.
Height18-24 Inches |
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Spread1-2 Feet |
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Spacing12-24 Inches |
Bloom ColorPink, White |
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9 |
Oenothera speciosa Growing and Maintenance Tips
Spreads readily in full sun in well-drained soils. Fragrant flowers range from dark pink to white and open in the evening, remaining open until mid-morning. A vigorous speader, pink evening primose is a good choice for naturalizing in meadows and roadsides. Give it plenty of room! Tolerant of a variety of conditions including poor soils, drought, and filtered shade.
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