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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
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
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
Garden photo gallery of Oenothera cespitosa
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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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
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 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
aka Oenothera brevipes, Golden Evening-Primrose, Golden Suncup, Mojave Suncup, Yellow Cups
Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional
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