Oenothera macrocarpa (formarly missouriensis)

Missouri Primrose
Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
       
·        Hardiness Zones:  3-7
·        Height: 10 inches
·        Spread: 12-18 inches
·        Bloom Time: June to August
·        Bloom: large, bright yellow flowers that open for one day in late afternoon and remain open until following morning
·        Light: full sun to part shade
·        Soil: average, well drained; tolerates poor soil; salt tolerant
·        Moisture: dry to medium; drought tolerant
·        Use: border fronts, rock gardens, cottage gardens
·        Care: remove spent blooms
·        Concerns: no serious insect or disease problems; some root rot may occur in poorly drained soils
·        Native to: Southern and central U.S.
·        Notes: prolific bloomer; flowers arise from leaf axils that are generally upward facing but may rest on the ground; narrow, lance-shaped leaves
·        Supplier: The Flower Factory
·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Sidewalk Garden G172, Pollinator Garden C173, Naturalistic Garden H224

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