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Oenothera speciosa

Mexican Evening Primrose

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Oenothera berlandieri is a perennial. Grows 10"-12" high, with profuse showing of 1.5" rose pink blooms in summer. Flowers open in daytime and stems die back after bloom. Can be highly invasive.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.