Photo of Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks flower by Karl Gercens III

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Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks

Scientific Name: Oenothera fruticosa 'Fyrverkeri'

Also Known As

  • Oenothera fruticosa 'Fireworks'
  • Fireworks Sundrop

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-20"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks plant details

Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. 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 fruticosa Fireworks

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sundrops is a wonderful name for this glowing chalice of a flower. Blooming for two months starting early summer, with new flowers opening every day, plus flashy burgundy fall and winter foliage. Once a passalong plant among gardeners who know a good thing when they see it, it is right at home as a bright edging or groundcover.

Gardening facts about Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks plant

How to Grow Oenothera fruticosa Fireworks

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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