Saltillo Primrose

Oenothera stubbei

Saltillo primrose's showy, sweet-scented flowers open from dusk to early morning. Also consider O. berlandieri, although it can be invasive.

THE BASICS

Type: Groundcover

Sun: Full sun, partial sun

Hardiness: 15°F

Water: Low to Moderate

Native to: Northeast Mexico

GROWTH RATE

Growth Rate: Fast

Mature Height: 1 feet

Mature Width: 4 feet

Mature Form: Clumping

FOLIAGE

Evergreen

Color: Dark green

Texture: Medium

WILDLIFE

FLOWERS

Flower Color: Butter yellow

Season: spring, fall

COMMENTS

Litter: Low

Thorns: None

Allergenic: No

Irritation: None

Plant Combinations