Oenothera, Shrubby Sundrops, Narrow-leaf Evening Primrose 'Michelle Ploeger'

Oenotherafruticosa

Family
Onagraceae (on-uh-GRAY-see-ee)
Genus
Oenothera (ee-no-THEE-ruh)
Species
fruticosa (froo-tih-KOH-suh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Burgundy/Maroon
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Crown Point, New York

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

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positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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Crown Point, NY (Zone 4b) | June 2011 | positive

This plant does indeed spread quickly, and if left to itself for a season or two it cam be alarming the ground it will cover. But I find ...Read More

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Eau Claire, WI | April 2009 | positive

Attractive foliage and blooms, but it really spreads rapidly so be prepared to do some thinning out in the spring. Cold hardy to at least...Read More

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