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  • OENOTHERA
    OENOTHERA
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    OENOTHERA

    Commonly known as Evening primrose, Sundrops

    Genus of about 145 species of annuals, biennials and perennials, some with tap roots or fibrous roots and a few with rhizomes or runners.

    They are found mainly in North America with a few from South America, in well-drained, sunny sites, such as mountain slopes although some are from deserts.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Often fragrant flowers which open at dawn or dusk and fade quickly.
    • Place of origin
      North America. A few from South America.
    • Herbaceous
      Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    • Butterfly friendly
    View Planting Tips and Care Advice
    Oenothera - Care Guide

    varieties

    OENOTHERA speciosa 'Siskiyou'
    Rose pink flowers shading to white centre and greenish throat
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £13.50
    Available from December to January
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    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
    Unavailable
    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
    Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
    1.5 kg
    £6.50
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