Common Evening Primrose, Evening Primrose Oenothera biennis

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Botanical Name:

Oenothera biennis

Family:

Onagraceae

Genus:

Oenothera

Species:

biennis

Common Name:

Common Evening Primrose, Evening Primrose

Seeds Per Pound:
1,131,000
Quantity:
6.43 lb
Germination:
98%
Germination Test Type:
Actual
Purity:
99%
Height:
1-4 feet
Collection Locale:
Iowa
Crop Year:
2023
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
4
In Stock: 6.43 lb
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Growing Info, follow in order:
Scarification: none required.
Stratification: none required.
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.
In a Nutshell:
* Oenothera biennis ( Common evening primrose or Evening star ) is a species of Oenothera native to eastern and central North America , from Newfoundland west to Alberta , southeast to Florida , and southwest to Texas , and widely naturalized elsewhere in temperate and subtropical regions. more...
* The root is boiled and eaten like salsify. Fleshy, sweet and succulent. Wholesome and nutritious.A peppery taste. The taste somewhat resembles salsify or parsnips. more...
Oenothera biennis ( Common evening primrose or Evening star ) is a species of Oenothera native to eastern and central North America , from Newfoundland west to Alberta , southeast to Florida , and southwest to Texas , and widely naturalized elsewhere in temperate and subtropical regions. [ 1 ]
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Physical Characteristics  Oenothera biennis is a BIENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). It is hardy to zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from Jun to September, and the seeds ripen from Aug to October. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Lepidoptera, bees, self.The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife. The plant prefers light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, requires well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils..It cannot grow in the shade.It requires dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
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Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov