Oenothera macrocarpa (Evening Primrose)

Oenothera macrocarpa
(Evening Primrose)

Bring bright, cheerful color to the front of sunny borders with Oenothera macrocarpa. This low-growing Evening Primrose produces large, canary-yellow blooms with a mild fragrance, creating a warm pop of color in summer gardens.

Dark green, lance-shaped foliage forms a basal rosette, with leaves spiraling up the flowering stems for added texture. Its compact size makes it especially useful along edges, in rock gardens, or planted in groups near the front of perennial beds.

Oenothera is an easy-care perennial that thrives in sunny spots and well-drained soil. Its bold yellow flowers pair beautifully with blues, purples, and soft-textured foliage plants.

Plant Details:
Height: 9–12 inches
Light: Full sun
Zones: 3–8

Features:
Bright canary-yellow blooms
Mildly fragrant flowers
Low-growing habit
Great for front borders & rock gardens
Easy to grow

Photo: Growing Colors