
German-rampion
Oenothera biennis
Common evening primrose is a vigorous biennial or short-lived perennial that produces cheerful yellow flowers in summer, which open in the evening and attract moths and bees. Plant in a sunny to partly shaded spot with well-draining soil and water every 7-14 days; it tolerates poor soils and is relatively drought-resistant once established. This easy-care wildflower self-seeds freely, so deadhead if you want to control its spread.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 3, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)
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