Oenothera acaulis

Also Known As

Chilean Evening Primrose

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-10a

Oenothera acaulis plant details

Oenothera acaulis is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera acaulis

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera acaulis

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Need some horticultural thrills? Go out in your garden a little after sunset and you can watch this "Evening Primrose" unfurl in under 15 seconds! It's one of the finest of the genus - handsome rosette of toothed leaves from which are borne large (to 2.5") Pure white flowers changing into delicate pink. Very nice along a walkway, in a rock garden, or as edging. Sun - TOTALLY DROUGH TOLERANT Long-lived Perennial