Shortfruit evening primrose
Oenothera brachycarpa
Shortfruit evening primrose is a low-growing perennial native to the arid Southwest, producing showy yellow flowers that open in the evening and attract pollinators including moths and hummingbirds. Plant it in well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil in a sunny to partly shaded spot and water sparingly once established. It is an excellent choice for xeriscape gardens, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing The Soil To Dry Out Significantly Between Waterings; Avoid Standing Water Around The Crown
Soil pH
6.5 – 8
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − W. L. Wagner (cc-by-nc-sa)
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