Oenothera

Oenothera - Evening Primrose

Oenothera is a genus of bi- and perennial plants. The latter group usually grows much lower. Yellow is the most common colour but you can also get pink or white species. Plants from the species 'fruticosa' often have red flower buds and red foliage in spring. Oenothera likes a sunny position in well-draining soil which may be quite dry and poor. There are a few species of Oenothera that flower in the evening and at night. These are then visited by moths. Oenothera is good for in the rockery or in the first line of the border.