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Oenothera fruticosa

sundrops, narrow leaf evening primerose

One of the numerous Oenothera species found along New England roadsides, this perennial, mid-height primrose grows in a range of challenging conditions, putting forth beautiful yellow flowers for months at a time.

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Height: 12-24 in
Spread: 24-30 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Urban Environment
• Salt Tolerant
• Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Meadow garden
• Rain Garden
• Massing
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


sundrops - Oenothera fruticosa from Native Plant Trust
sundrops - Oenothera fruticosa from Native Plant Trust
sundrops - Oenothera fruticosa from Native Plant Trust