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Tufted Evening Primrose

Oenothera Caespitosa

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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 10–10Climate Arid
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — The Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera caespitosa) is a North American native perennial
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — saucer-shaped flowers that bloom at dusk and close by middayTufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — typically reaching 6-12 inches tallTufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — scientifically named Oenothera caespitosaTufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — is a perennial plant native to North America that thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — and is ideal for rock gardens or as a border plantTufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Blossoms are 2-3 inches in diameter, atop a rosette of lance-shaped leaves+60

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Onagraceae
Climate
Arid

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Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — The Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera caespitosa) is a North American native perennial
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — saucer-shaped flowers that bloom at dusk and close by midday
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — typically reaching 6-12 inches tall
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — scientifically named Oenothera caespitosa
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — is a perennial plant native to North America that thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — and is ideal for rock gardens or as a border plant
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Blossoms are 2-3 inches in diameter, atop a rosette of lance-shaped leaves
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — It prefers full sun and well-drained soils
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Oenothera caespitosa will serve as a charming ground cover
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Its distinct characteristic is its beautiful white blossoms that slowly transition to pink as they age
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — creating an eye-catching display.<br><br>For your landscape design
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — These flowers can be up to 3 inches in diameter
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — hence the "Evening" in its name
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — It\'s an excellent pick for rock gardens
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — being particularly drought-tolerant once established
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — reaching only about 6 to 12 inches in height with a spread of roughly 8 to 20 inches
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — It flourishes in full sun and requires well-draining soil
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — white flowers in the garden
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Watering should be moderate, making sure the soil is not left overly wet
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — This species attracts night pollinators, like moths, adding ecological value to your garden
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — Your client will appreciate the almost luminescent glow that the white blooms bring to their evening landscape
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — The Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera caespitosa) is a North American native perennial; blossoms are 2-3
Tufted Evening Primrose (Oenothera Caespitosa) — ground cover / perennial for full or half

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