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Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings'

Also Known As

  • Oenothera macrocarpa fremontii 'Silver Wings'
  • Silver Wings Evening Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings' plant details

Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This species is quite variable, and this selection has very attractive silver foliage that forms a low rosette, topped with pale lemon yellow flowers so large that almost look out of place. The whole thing never reaches more than 6 inches or so high, perfect for a large rock garden or the front of a perennial boarder. Like most oenothera, carefree to the extreme

Gardening facts about Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings' plant

How to Grow Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Silver Wings'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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