Oenothera speciosa (evening primrose)

Oenothera speciosa (evening primrose)

General info: Oenothera speciosa is a North American native perennial that thrives in dry to medium moisture soils in full sun. This showy primrose has beautiful pinkish blooms and is native to rocky prairies and plains. Be cautious this is a very aggressive spreading perennial.

Landscape uses: Oenothera speciosa could be used in dry rocky areas where it has room to spread freely. This primrose could be an excellent addition to a rock garden or a wildflower garden.  

Light Exposure Full Sun
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 1 to 1.5′
Foliage Color. Green
Moisture Req. Dry
Bloom Pinkish
Origin Naturalized in parts of North America
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 4 to 9