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Common Eveningprimrose

Oenothera biennis

Common Eveningprimrose (Oenothera biennis) is a landscape plant valued for its form and structure as much as its bloom. It reaches roughly 5 ft at maturity and blooms in late spring. Match it to full sun to part shade and water on a normal schedule until it is established. One caveat: like any plant, its published range is a guideline, not a guarantee, for the specific microclimate of your yard. Given a spot that matches its light and water needs, it is a dependable, low-drama addition to the yard.

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Hardiness range

A hardiness zone is not on file for this plant yet, and a ZIP-level fit check is not available for it.

How it does in your yard

HabitNot recorded
Hardiness zoneNot recorded
Mature heightAbout 5 ft
Watermoderate
Bloom periodLate Spring
Native to the USNot recorded
Toxicitynone

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Questions

Is Common Eveningprimrose native to the United States?

USDA PLANTS data does not record Common Eveningprimrose as native to the United States.

What USDA hardiness zone does Common Eveningprimrose need?

A minimum hardiness zone is not on file for Common Eveningprimrose yet.