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Oenothera elata
Also Known As
- Hooker's Evening Primrose
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 4a-10b
Oenothera elata plant details
Oenothera elata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera elata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera elata
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Oenothera elata
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Oenothera elata plant
How to Grow Oenothera elata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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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
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional
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