Evening Primrose. An erect perennial with red flushed leaves when young and spikes of bowl-shaped light yellow flowers from late spring to late summer. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Oenothera fruticosa ssp. glauca
An erect perennial with red flushed leaves when young and spikes of bowl-shaped light yellow flowers from late spring to late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Oenothera |
|---|---|
| Species | fruticosa |
| Varietry | ssp. glauca |
| Common Name | Evening Primrose |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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