Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun'
Also Known As
- Oenothera linearis
- Evening Primrose
- Sundrops
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 8"-15"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-10a
Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun' plant details
Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun' plant
How to Grow Oenothera fruticosa 'African Sun'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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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