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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
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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Gardening facts about Oenothera acaulis plant
How to Grow Oenothera acaulis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Oenothera for your garden
aka Missouri Primrose, Ozark Sundrop
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 10"
Width: 30"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Oenothera caespitosa, Fragrant Evening Primrose, White Evening Primrose
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-10"
Width: 24"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Oenothera caespitosa var. marginata, Tufted Evening Primrose
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Hooker's Evening Primrose
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Hartmannia speciosa, Oenothera speciosa var. berlandieri, Xylopleurum speciosum, Mexican Evening Primrose, Pink Evening Primrose, Pink Ladies, Showy Evening Primrose
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun
- regular
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