Oenothera pallida (Pale evening primrose)
Rhizomatous native perennial with showy white flowers and yellow centers, blooming April to September. Drought tolerant, occurring on dry, sandy or gravelly soils and dunes in desert shrub and open woodland habitats; up to 9,000 ft. elevation. Useful for restoration, erosion control and beautification. Pollinated by hawkmoths and bees.
DISTRIBUTION / ADAPTATION
INFORMATION & ATTRIBUTES
Family: Onagraceae
Duration: Perennial
Growth Habit: Forb/herb
Native Status: Native
Growth Form:
Mature Height: 4-27 in.
Bloom Color: White, fading to pink
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Annual Precipitation: in.
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SOIL ADAPTATION
Coarse Texture: Yes
Medium Texture: Yes
Fine Texture: No
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SEEDING NOTES
Seeds per Pound: 512,000
Seeding Rate: 1-2 PLS lbs/acre
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VARIETIES & LOCAL ACCESSIONS
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