Oenothera speciosa 'Rosea' - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Growth habit
Stoloniferous, broad.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought. - This perennial should be cut back in autumn/late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel up. - In harsh locations, protection from the sun is only recommended during periods of frost.

Flower
Oenothera speciosa forms light pink flowers from June.

Use
Rock garden, bee pasture, ground cover, steppe garden, herbaceous border