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Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou'

Also Known As

  • Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-10"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou' plant details

Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact, floriferous selection with paler pink flowers than the species.

Gardening facts about Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou' plant

How to Grow Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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