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Evening Primrose
Oenothera macrocarpa
- Sometimes known as Ozark Sundrops.
- Bright golden yellow flowers open late in the afternoon.
- Blooms can reach up to 5" (13 cm) in diameter.
- Beautiful ground cover with excellent drought tolerance.
Supplied as compost block grown plants.
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Description
These are particularly well suited for use as a ground cover - but similarly perfect of the herbaceous border or alpine garden alike.
Form June to September they repeatedly throw masses of bright yellow poppy-like flowers that can be up to 5" (13 cm) in diameter. As the name suggests, the flowers open later in the day (and are pollinated by moths and other nocturnal insects). Later the flowers are followed by unusual winged seed pods.
Recommended by the RHS to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.
- Perennial.
- Flower June to September.
- Grows to approximately 12" (30 cm) tall, though flower stems can be up to 18" (45 cm).
- Thrive in full sun.
- Prefers well drained soil.
- Drought tolerant.
- Plant approximately 12" (30 cm) apart.
- Culinary Uses
- Leaves and flowers can be added to salad.
- Roots can be used in their second year as a vegetable (like parsnip) in soups and stews.
- Oil from their seeds is used to regulate hormones and can help PMS.
- Can be used to treat inflammation conditions like arthritis.
- Used to treat eczema and other dry skin complaints.
- Can be used as a sedative or to treat diarrhoea.
- Roots can be used to treat stubborn coughs.
- Can lower cholsterol and blood pressure.
Disclaimer
As with all alternative medicines and plants with purported medicinal benefits it is important to inform your health care providers that you are using them; this helps to ensure safe and coordinated care. We can accept no liability for any side effect or contingency from any allergy or any other cause or harm that may arise. If in doubt please do consult a medical practitioner before using.
Avoid if you are pregnant.
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How To Plant Out Ornamentals
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Plants Awarded The RHS Award Of Garden Merit
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Plants Awarded The RHS Award Of Garden Merit
A listing of the seed and plant varieties sold by Victoriana Nursery Gardens that have been awarded the Award Of Garden Merit by the RHS.
Pollinator Friendly Plants
A detailed guide to the seeds and plants sold by Victoriana Nursery Gardens that will attract and provide a food source to bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.
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