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Oenothera drummondii
Also Known As
- Calylophus drummondii
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10"-12"
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Oenothera drummondii plant details
Oenothera drummondii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera drummondii
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera drummondii
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
Garden photo gallery of Oenothera drummondii
By: Dick Culbert
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How to Grow Oenothera drummondii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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