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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
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
By: Avant Gardens
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Gardening facts about Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663 plant
How to Grow Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii 'Shimmer' PP19663
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 10"
Width: 30"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
4a-10b
Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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