Oenothera fruticosa, commonly called sun drops, is a North American native evening primrose that thrives is sandy dry soils with full sun.

Oenothera fruticosa (sun drops)

Oenothera fruticosa (sun drops)

General info: Oenothera fruticosa, commonly called sun drops, is a North American native evening primrose that thrives is sandy dry soils with full sun. Sun drops are a day flowering member of the evening primrose family and grow about 15 to 30 inches tall. This low growing native perennial has beautiful bright yellow blooms. Which is where it gets its common name from.

Landscape uses: Oenothera fruticosa is a wonderful wildflower to use in open habitats that can handle drought and heat. Sun drops could be a striking addition to rock gardens, wildflower gardens, or native plant gardens.

Light Exposure Full Sun
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 1 to 2′
Foliage Color. Green
Moisture Req. Dry
Bloom Yellow
Origin Eastern to Central U.S.
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 4 to 9