Oenothera elata ssp. hookeri

$3.30 – $14.50

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Hooker’s Evening Primrose

A highly adaptable deciduous perennial that will vigorously reseed in the right conditions.

It is tolerant of drought (and a moderate amount of snow).

The large (2.5 – 3″) lovely yellow flowers bloom late Spring through mid Summer. The tall flower stalks with attract lined sphinx moth as well as other moths at night.

The seeds attract goldfinch.

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Attracts Bees, Drought Tolerant

 

Container

4"O, D-16-O, 1-Gal, 4", 4"S, D-16S-o, TB2-o, TB2S-o
Ecological Value

Attracts night pollinators.
Historical Uses

The plant has been used in the treatment of colds.
Distribution

Native to California and is also found elsewhere in North America and beyond.
Elevation

Between 0 and 9186 feet
Communities
Habitat

Typically grows in moist locations and is usually found in riparian areas.

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