Oenothera caespitosa

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

This clumping ground cover will grow at a moderate rate to 1' x 2'. It has lobed, gray-green leaves. Large fragrant, flowers that open from dusk to early morning. Flowers open white and fade to pink. Blooms from spring to fall. Will accpet full sun or partial shade. Native to the western U.S. and Mexico.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.