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    Oenothera cespitosa

    Also Known As

    • Oenothera caespitosa
    • Fragrant Evening Primrose
    • White Evening Primrose

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 4"-10"
    • W: 24"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Oenothera cespitosa plant details

    Oenothera cespitosa is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera cespitosa

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: onagraceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 24 IN wide, 4 IN - 10 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera cespitosa

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    NATIVE. Full Sun to Light Shade. Fragrant 3" White Flowers That open in the evening. Outdoor. Light/Bright Shade.

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Sweet citrus scented bloomy goodness! Deliciously huge, 4" wide flowers appear en masse Spring through early Summer. Blooms open late in the afternoon & until morning, attracting night owl pollinators like moths. Petals age to pink over time. Foliage forms a cute & compact 8" high & 18" wide rosette with attractive lance shaped fuzzy leaves with funky scalloped margins. Native to the desert ranges from Southern California to Eastern Washington & Utah, Oenothera caespitosa likes poor dry well drained soil & heat doesn't bother it one bit.? Makes an excellent addition to any dry garden!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Oenothera cespitosa plant

    How to Grow Oenothera cespitosa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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