Oenothera caespitosa
Tufted Evening Primrose
Description
This clumping ground cover will grow at a moderate rate to 1' x 2'. It has lobed, gray-green leaves. Large fragrant, flowers that open from dusk to early morning. Flowers open white and fade to pink. Blooms from spring to fall. Will accpet full sun or partial shade. Native to the western U.S. and Mexico.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants according to their water needs.
Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.