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Oenothera macrocarpa


Ozark Sundrops

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.400.050


(Formerly Oenothera missouriensis) This sun-loving plant produces large yellow, crepe-textured flowers all summer long, resembling poppies in appearance. Flowers are followed by unusual winged seed pods Especially suited to hot, dry sites with well-drained soil. A good choice for the rock garden or as edging. Remove faded flowers to encourage more buds to form. New growth can be slow to appear in the spring, so be patient. A native North American wildflower. Drought tolerant once established. Tolerates summer heat and humidity.

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Oenothera macrocarpa

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  












Oenothera macrocarpa


Ozark Sundrops

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.400.050


(Formerly Oenothera missouriensis) This sun-loving plant produces large yellow, crepe-textured flowers all summer long, resembling poppies in appearance. Flowers are followed by unusual winged seed pods Especially suited to hot, dry sites with well-drained soil. A good choice for the rock garden or as edging. Remove faded flowers to encourage more buds to form. New growth can be slow to appear in the spring, so be patient. A native North American wildflower. Drought tolerant once established. Tolerates summer heat and humidity.

Further details for
Oenothera macrocarpa

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate