OENOTHERA missouriensis (Dwarf Evening Primrose)

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Oenothera Missouriensis commonly known as ‘Dwarf Evening Primrose’, ‘Bigfruit Evening Primrose’. This flowering species is native to Mexico and the South-central United States, where it is found in calcareous prairies and limestone outcrops. Flowers are followed by somewhat unique, winged seed pods. Narrow, lance-shaped leaves. This species was formerly called...
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Oenothera Missouriensis commonly known as ‘Dwarf Evening Primrose’, ‘Bigfruit Evening Primrose’. This flowering species is native to Mexico and the South-central United States, where it is found in calcareous prairies and limestone outcrops. Flowers are followed by somewhat unique, winged seed pods. Narrow, lance-shaped leaves. This species was formerly called Oenothera Missouriensis. Under natural day length, the plants will generally bloom in late spring. The seed pods are often used in flower arrangements. This plant is also grown in gardens for its flower. 

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
0.5OZ 2,500 100
1OZ 5,000 200
1/4LB 20,000 800
1/2LB 40,000 1,600
1LB 80,000 3,200
5LB 400,000 16,000

Scientific Name: Oenothera Missouriensis

Common Name: Dwarf Evening Primrose

Plant Type: Perennial 

Family: Onagraceae

Native Range: Southern and central United States 

Height: 9 to 12 "

Spread: 12 to 18 "

Habitat: Calcareous Prairies and Limestone Outcrops 

Zone: 4 to 10  

Exposure: Full Sun 

Blooming Season: Spring (Late), Summer, Fall 

Attracts: Butterflies, Humming Birds 

Resistant: Deer 

Characteristics: Fragrant, Plant of merit, Showy 

Flower Shape: Cup Shaped   

Flower Color: Yellow

Water Requirement: Low to average   

Soil Type: Poor, Average, Fertile 

Soil pH: Acidic (pH<7.0), Neutral (pH=7.0), Alkaline (pH>7.0)

Advantage: Medium Growth, Easy to grow

Uses: Color, Bloom's ornamental, Rock gardens, Wildlife (Nectar-moths)

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