Tufted Evening Primrose

Oenothera Caespitosa

Overview

The Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera caespitosa) is a North American native perennial. This low-growing plant, typically reaching 6-12 inches tall, boasts fragrant, white to pale pink, saucer-shaped flowers that bloom at dusk and close by midday. Blossoms are 2-3 inches in diameter, atop a rosette of lance-shaped leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, is drought-tolerant, and is ideal for rock gardens or as a border plant. USDA zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 10–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Arid

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — These flowers can be up to 3 inches in diameter; it prefers full sun and well-drained soils

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — white flowers in the garden; and is ideal for rock gardens or as a border plant, image 67

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Watering should be moderate, making sure the soil is not left overly wet; is a perennial plant, image 64

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Watering should be moderate, making sure the soil is not left overly wet

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — It prefers full sun and well-drained soils; its distinct characteristic is its beautiful white, image 51

Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — It flourishes in full sun and requires well-draining soil; hence the "Evening" in its name

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Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Perennial
Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Arid

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