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Evening Primrose (Oenothera Lamarckiana) - Oenothera Evening Primrose gets its name because it opens in the late afternoon and stays opened throughout the evening. It has light yellow blooms that measure over 2 inches across, and they have a rich scent that attracts bees, butterflies and birds.
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Flower Specifications
SEEDS PER POUND
864,000
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
24 - 48 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Mid to late summer
BLOOM COLOR
Yellow
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 7.0
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
15 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
1/16 inch
SOWING RATE
Plant this wildflower seed at 3 pounds per acre
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
18 - 24 inches
Evening Primrose (Oenothera Lamarckiana) - What a treasured wildflower that has naturalized throughout the United States. Evening Primrose is easily propagated from flower seed, and it does wonders when planted in a meadow or along a fence line. Oenothera Evening Primrose gets its name because it opens in the late afternoon and stays opened throughout the evening. It has light yellow blooms that measure over 2 inches across, and they have a rich scent that attracts bees, butterflies and birds.
Evening Primrose is an annual wildflower with a fairly short bloom period. Its flowers may be seen in May and June, with the peak being mid-May.They prefer a sunny area with well-drained soil. They are liberal self-sowers, spreading their own flower seed, so after they are done blooming cut back the plants to reduce spreading.
How To Grow Evening Primrose From Seed: To sow Evening Primrose seeds outdoors, prepare weed-free soil and loosen the top 1 - 2 inches. Spread the flower seed and rake them into the soil only lightly covering. Sow Oenothera Primrose seeds in early spring or late fall. Evening Primrose Flower Care: In the spring, before flowering, apply a compost as a fertilizer around the plants. After flowering, cut back the Primrose plants after blooming is done to reduce the spreading.
Common Questions
What are good companion plants for primroses?
Your primroses will complement other shade garden plants like hostas and astilbe.
How long does a primrose plant live?
A primrose can thrive for up to five years with the right conditions.
Where should I place primroses in my house?
Your primrose plant requires bright yet indirect sunlight. Placing it on a bright windowsill facing north provides an ideal location.
Flower Specifications
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
4 - 8
HEIGHT
6 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Fall & Winter
BLOOM COLOR
Pink
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Humus rich, pH 6.0 - 7.2
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
60 - 65F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
21 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
7 - 9 inches
Herbaceous Annual
Primroses are native to both Europe and Asia, but are quite common in the American garden.
Showy Flowers and Foliage!
How to Grow
Sow these seeds indoors in late fall or early winter, using seeds trays with a starter mix. Press seeds into the soil, but do not cover: light is needed for germination. Keep seeds moist until germination. Once seedlings develop two or three true leaves they can be transplanted to a protected outdoor seedbed or individual pots: this is best in late winter or early spring. When planting primrose in its final location, amend the soil with plenty of peat moss and use a slow-release fertilizer. Space plants 8 inches apart in a partially shaded area.
- Environment: full sun to partial shade
- Soil: humus rich w' pH 6.0-7.2
- Sowing rate: 4 seeds per plant
Plant Specifications
This Common Primrose (also known as English Primrose) is a flowering annual plant that grows in USDA zones 4 through 8.
- Bloom color: pink
- Bloom season: fall & winter
- Plant height: 6 inches
Common Primrose (Primula Acaulis Danessa Pink Shades) - Danessa is unique common primrose and this variety has brilliant pink flowers! A heat tolerant Primrose that is extra-early flowering and suitable for early Autumn flowering. Excellent plant habit and a good range of bright core colors, ideal for after Summer color in the gardens. It is the earliest flowing primrose grown from flower seeds.
Sow Primrose seeds indoors in late fall or early winter. Use starter trays and a peaty starter mix. Press the Primula Acaulis seeds into the starter mix but do not cover the flower seeds. Light is beneficial for germination. After the Primrose seedlings get their second or third leaves they can be transplanted to a protected outdoor seedbed or individual pots. Plant out in late winter or early spring. When planting Common Primrose into its permanent place, amend the garden soil with plenty of peat moss and use a slow release fertilizer. Space the Primrose plants 8 inches apart in a partially shaded setting.