Common Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis) - Perennials

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun / Partial sun

Hardiness zone

4-9

Min. Temperature

−29°F (−34°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Common Evening Primrose

Oenothera Biennis

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun / Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Min. Temperature: −29°F (−34°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height36 in-5 ft

Mature spread12 in-24 in

Plant typePerennials

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant⚖️Moderate

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

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