Plants in genus oenothera
Oenothera lindheimeri
Oenothera lindheimeri, also known as Gaura, is a perennial plant with bright red winter rosettes and dark pink flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. It forms a compact, deer-resistant mound and thrives in hot, dry sites, making it ideal for xeriscaping.
Oenothera 'Twilight'
Oenothera 'Twilight' is a plant with rich purple-bronze leaf centers and large pale pink, fragrant flowers. It blooms from early summer to late autumn and is ideal for border plantings, adding a splash of color and fragrance to gardens.
Oenothera macrocarpa
Oenothera macrocarpa, also known as Missouri evening primrose, features four-petalled yellow blooms that last for one evening. This hardy plant reblooms from spring to fall and is pollinator-friendly. It forms colonies up to 12 inches tall and wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Oenothera berlandieri 'Siskiyou'
Oenothera berlandieri 'Siskiyou' is a drought-tolerant plant with pale pink, cup-shaped flowers and a spreading habit. It blooms from June to September and requires full sun and good drainage. This plant is a resilient choice for sunny gardens, offering a long flowering period.
Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii
Oenothera macrocarpa ssp. fremontii is a native perennial with brilliant silver foliage that forms a loose rosette about 1 foot wide. It thrives in hot, well-drained spots and is topped with bright lemon-yellow flowers from June through October. This plant is rabbit resistant and attracts butterflies, making it a vibrant addition to sun perennial gardens.
Oenothera berlandieri
Oenothera berlandieri is a perennial found in rocky, sunny grasslands, forming a 1-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump. It features narrow, linear green leaves and creamy yellow flowers that bloom all summer, providing a significant color contrast to typical lemony yellow flowers. This plant requires good drainage and plenty of sun to thrive and is known for its slowly spreading clump of green confetti-like foliage.
Oenothera 'Fireworks'
Oenothera 'Fireworks' is a sun-loving native perennial with canary yellow blooms and red buds. It features deep bronze foliage and red stems, attracting butterflies and resisting deer. This long-blooming plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Oenothera 'Lemon Drop'
Oenothera 'Lemon Drop' is a hybrid plant from Germany, known for its continuous display of bright yellow flowers from May to September. It forms an 18-inch wide clump of woody stems with narrow green leaves, thriving in dry rock gardens and adding a splash of color to sunny landscapes.
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink' is a herbaceous perennial with rose pink and white flowers that bloom from late spring to autumn. It is heat and humidity tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant thrives in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant.
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies'
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' is a native plant to the southern US, known for its long bloom season from summer to fall. It attracts pollinators and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant thrives in full sun and is tolerant of poor soil, making it a resilient garden choice.
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Karalee Petite Pink'
Oenothera lindheimeri 'Karalee Petite Pink' is a compact, low-maintenance plant with prolific pink blooms from late spring into winter. It attracts butterflies and is drought-tolerant, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
Oenothera fruticosa 'Fireworks'
Oenothera fruticosa 'Fireworks' is a North American native plant known for its bright red buds that open to yellow flowers. This plant blooms from mid-May to mid-June and spreads slowly by underground rhizomes, forming clumps up to 6 feet wide over 10 years. 'Fireworks' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for cottage gardens and borders. It is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, adding value to wildlife-friendly gardens. This plant is part of the Oenothera genus, which is known for its vibrant flowers and adaptability to various garden settings. It is a low-maintenance plant that provides a burst of color in the spring.