Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta'
Evening Primrose
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Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Description
The pink shades of this flower create an eye-catching show of color against the dark green, lance-shaped leaves. From early summer through late summer, Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta' produces fuzzy buds that open to 4 petaled, deep pink flowers. 'Glowing Magenta' is drought tolerant and is perfect for rock gardens, borders, or decorative containers.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Blooming
Blooms during the summer with large cup-shaped flowers that are usually white, yellow, or pink. The flowers open at dawn or dusk.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Growth
Evening Primroses do well in full sun. Plant height varies depending on variety. One species can grow to approx. 6 ft. tall. Works great in a rock garden.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Annuals and perennials should be planted in spring, biennials in summer (if planting in containers in a cold frame). Can also plant annuals and biennials "in situ" in fall. Propagate from softwood cuttings of perennials in spring before flowering occurs. Plant cuttings at a distance from seeded plants to avoid interference between taproot species. Can achieve this by first planting in containers.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Pest
Under wet conditions, Oenothera is susceptible to root rot. Other issues include downy mildew, powdery mildew, rust, leaf gall, and leaf spot, all of which are quite common.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Interesting facts
Oenothera is mostly native to North America, although some species are found in South America.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera kunthiana 'Glowing Magenta') - Soil and irrigation
Plant requires little irrigation. Does best in poor-moderately fertile, gritty soil. Soil must be well-draining.
