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Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form]
Also Known As
- Calylophus drummondianus var. berlandieri
- Creeping Calylophus
- Sundrops
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form] plant details
Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form] plant
How to Grow Oenothera capillifolia ssp. berlandieri [low form]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Zones
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