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Garden Diary
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Oenothera fruticosa Summer Solstice
Yellow Sundrops |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.400.040
(='Sonnenwende') Yellow Sundrops burst into a riot of satiny flowers in early summer. This German selection has large, bright yellow blooms over a long season, contrasting well against a bushy mound of green foliage with bronzy red highlights. Plants spread to form a patch. Clumps should be divided every 2 to 3 years to control the spread, and maintain a bushy habit. Selected from a wildflower native to Eastern North America. Drought tolerant once established.
Further details for
Oenothera fruticosa Summer Solstice
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Dry
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Gold
Yellow
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Foliage Color
Bronze
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Drought Tolerant
Massed
Wild Flower
Height
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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