pale evening primrose
Oenothera pallida
USDA zones4 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 inches wide
- Habit
- Herb
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- White
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Pale evening primrose (Oenothera pallida) is a perennial for borders, containers, and meadows. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry, sandy or loamy soil. Fragrant white flowers bloom in spring, summer, and early autumn, and butterflies and bees visit them. Deer rarely make it their first choice. It tolerates drought, so it suits a low care spot.
Pairs well with Yarrow, White sagebrush, and Blue grama.
Native range
AZ, CO, ID, MT, and 7 more places. See all 11
AZ, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, TX, UT, WA, and WY.