Oenothera cespitosa subsp. cespitosa
Oenothera cespitosa subsp. cespitosa
Tufted evening primrose is a spreading, low-maintenance perennial native to the northern Rockies and Great Plains, perfect for naturalized or prairie-style gardens. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and requires minimal care once established. Fragrant white blooms open at dusk and are especially attractive to sphinx moths and other evening pollinators.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
4″ – 12″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.5 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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