Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663

Also Known As

Oenothera fremontii 'Shimmer'
Shimmer Evening Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663 plant details

Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: evening garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Discovered by Lauren and Scott Ogden, this Evening Primrose shines throughout the growing season with attractive silver foliage and glowing lemon colored flowers appearing in flushes throughout the summer. Grows 10” high x 15” wide. Happiest in lean well drained soil.