Tufted evening primrose is perfect for moonlit gardens. From spring through late summer it produces masses of huge white flowers that open in the late afternoon. They close in the morning as temperatures heat up, fading to pink. The fragrant flowers are at least 4 inches in diameter, and stand out against the large dark green leaves. Tufted evening primrose occurs across the western United States. It also handles summers in the low deserts, but needs excellent drainage.
Oenothera caespitosa (White Evening Primrose)
Oenothera caespitosa
Tufted Evening Primrose, Gumbo Evening Primrose, Gumbo Lily, Fragrant Evening Primrose, White Evening Primrose
Tufted evening primrose is perfect for moonlit gardens. From spring through late summer it produces masses of huge white flowers that open in the late afternoon. They close in the morning as temperatures heat up, fading to pink. The fragrant flowers are at least 4 inches in diameter, and stand out against the large dark green leaves. Tufted evening primrose occurs across the western United States. It also handles summers in the low deserts, but needs excellent drainage.
| Plant Type | Native, Perennial |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 5 (-20° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 8" - 12" (in) |
| Spread | 12" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing | 24" (in) |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
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