Lemon Silver Evening Primrose

Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver'

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Overview

Oenothera fremontii 'Lemon Silver', or Lemon Silver Evening Primrose, is a perennial showcasing delicate lemon-yellow blooms atop silvery foliage. Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it reaches 8-12 inches in height and spreads 10-14 inches wide. Preferring full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established and blooms from late spring to summer. Its fragrant flowers and compact form make it ideal for borders, rock gardens, and xeriscaping.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–7Climate Arid

Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — is a perennial showcasing delicate lemon-yellow blooms atop silvery foliage

Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it reaches 8-12 inches in height and spreads 10-14 inches wide

Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — Preferring full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established and blooms from late spring to

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 4–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.25–0.5 Ft.
Mature width: 0.5–1 Ft.

Classification

Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Arid

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Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — is a perennial showcasing delicate lemon-yellow blooms atop silvery foliage

Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it reaches 8-12 inches in height and spreads 10-14 inches wide

Lemon Silver Evening Primrose (Oenothera Fremontii 'Lemon Silver') — Preferring full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established and blooms from late spring to

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