The Story
Oenothera speciosa (Pink Evening Primrose) is a hardy, semi-evergreen perennial that forms extensive colonies with showy, cup-shaped flowers that range from dark pink to white, lined with pink or red veins. This drought-tolerant plant grows up to 2 feet tall, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. Blooms appear from February through October, with southern populations opening their flowers in the morning and northern populations at night. It is commonly used as a groundcover in sunny areas, attracting birds and serving as a nectar source for pollinators.
Scientific Name: Oenothera speciosa
Origin: Grasslands of Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and northeastern Mexico
Height: 1-2 feet
Spread: 2-3 feet
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low, Medium
USDA Zones: 5-9
Bloom Dates: February to October
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Oenothera speciosa (Pink Evening Primrose) is a hardy, semi-evergreen perennial that forms extensive colonies with showy, cup-shaped flowers that range from dark pink to white, lined with pink or red veins. This drought-tolerant plant grows up to 2 feet tall, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. Blooms appear from February through October, with southern populations opening their flowers in the morning and northern populations at night. It is commonly used as a groundcover in sunny areas, attracting birds and serving as a nectar source for pollinators.
Scientific Name: Oenothera speciosa
Origin: Grasslands of Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and northeastern Mexico
Height: 1-2 feet
Spread: 2-3 feet
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low, Medium
USDA Zones: 5-9
Bloom Dates: February to October
