Oenothera speciosa 'Fireworks'

Pinkladies

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Common Name:

Pinkladies

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Yellow

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa 'Fireworks') - Description

Fragrant, yellow blooms contrast with red stems and buds. Often reblooms in September once established. Native. Ht.15-18". Space 18" apart. Bloom time is in June. Perennial.

Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa 'Fireworks') - 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 'Fireworks') - 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 'Fireworks') - 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 'Fireworks') - 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 'Fireworks') - Interesting facts

Oenothera is mostly native to North America, although some species are found in South America.

Pinkladies (Oenothera speciosa 'Fireworks') - Soil and irrigation

Plant requires little irrigation. Does best in poor-moderately fertile, gritty soil. Soil must be well-draining.