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Oenothera macrocarpa Missouri evening primrose

Previous scientific name(s): Oenothera missouriensis

 

Formerly known as Oenothera missouriensis. Drought tolerant; full sun. A low growing perennial species yielding large yellow blossoms from May to September. Occurs commonly in open prairies, rocky hillsides or along road-sides. Useful in seed blends for erosion control or beautification.

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Species Attributes

Height:

8 in.

Life Form:

Perennial

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

Low

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Marginal

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Average

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

10 - 15 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

32.70 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

85,700

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Summer

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Yellow

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