Oenothera speciosa
Pinkladies
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Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - Description
O. speciosa is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It bears rosettes of medium green, oblong to lance-shaped, 1 to 3 inch long leaves. It also produces fragrant, 2 inch flowers that are white to punkish, aging to pink. It's flowers open during the day. It froms from spring or early summer into fall.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - Blooming
Blooms during the summer with large cup-shaped flowers that are usually white, yellow, or pink. The flowers open at dawn or dusk.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - 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.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - 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.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - 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.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - Interesting facts
Oenothera is mostly native to North America, although some species are found in South America.
Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa) - Soil and irrigation
Plant requires little irrigation. Does best in poor-moderately fertile, gritty soil. Soil must be well-draining.
