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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Oenothera fruticosa
narrow-leaved sundrops
Flower Color
Description
A deciduous, clump-forming perennial with narrow, bright green leaves and in summer, large bright yellow flowers which appear during the day, rather than the evening.
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantGravel gardenPatio and container plantsCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPrairie plantingCoastalLow MaintenanceGround coverFlower borders and beds