Oenothera speciosa 'Siskiyou' |
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Siskiyou Mexican Evening Primrose |
Description
The Mexican primrose is a perennial groundcover that remains under 1' tall with profuse pink flowers in the summer. It spreads quickly by underground rhizomes, is drought tolerant, and hardy to 10 degrees F. It attracts birds. It may be considered invasive in some areas. This is a great plant for difficult, dry hillsides.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.