Oenothera speciosa
Mexican Evening Primrose
Description
Perennial grows to 1' tall and 3' wide. Profuse pink crepe-paper flowers bloom from spring through fall. With adequate water, it will flower all summer. Will go dormant without water. With onset of cold weather, leaves turn red. In springtime, prune this plant to improve appearance. Birds like seeds. Attracts hummingbirds. Thrives in sunny dry areas on unimproved, well drained soil. Great for dry slopes. May be invasive to neighboring plants. Flowers have sweet fragrance.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.