Evening Primrose. A spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped, very fragrant white flowers, suffused pink around the edges from early summer to early autumn. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Oenothera speciosa ‘Pink Petticoats’
A spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped, very fragrant white flowers, suffused pink around the edges from early summer to early autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Oenothera |
|---|---|
| Species | speciosa |
| Varietry | 'Pink Petticoats' |
| Common Name | Evening Primrose |
| Flower Colour | white, pink |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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