Evening Primrose, Oenothera elata
Tough (will survive drought, flooding, sun, wind, and cold), a pioneer plant that arrives first and will stabilize disturbed sites.
Plant Description
Plant Type: Biennial/Perennial herb
Size: 1-4 ft tall, 1-2 ft wide. Yellow flower talks arch up to 3-4 feet from the basal rosette of leaves.
Growth Habit: Basal leaves with tall flowering stalks
Flower Color: Large, bright yellow opening in the evening
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Dormancy: Evergreen
Wildlife Supported: Butterflies, Sphinx Moths, Native Bees, Caterpillars, and Birds. Deer Resistant
Landscaping Information
Sun: Full to part sun
Moisture: Regular water once established
Cold Tolerance: Tolerates cold to 35 ° F
Soil Drainage: Well-draining
Natural Habitat: Open slopes, road banks, and grassy areas from the plains well into the mountains. Found growing along streams and in wet places. Mixed-evergreen forests.
Common Uses: Use in the background. It is a heavy seeder. Do not use in a formal watered garden.