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Oenothera macrocarpa
Also Known As
- Evening Primrose
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Oenothera macrocarpa plant details
Oenothera macrocarpa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera macrocarpa
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera macrocarpa
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Oenothera macrocarpa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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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
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun
- regular
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