Large Yellow Flowers
Produces showy, bright yellow flowers that can reach approximately 3–5 inches across.
Missouri Evening Primrose Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Missouri Evening Primrose Seeds
Missouri Evening Primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa) is a low-growing perennial wildflower known for its large, bright yellow, four-petaled flowers. Its spreading stems and attractive foliage make it suitable for rock gardens, garden borders, slopes, and native wildflower landscapes. The flowers typically open in the evening and last for one day, with new blooms appearing throughout the flowering season.
Bright Yellow Flowers
Native Wildflower
Drought Tolerant
Low-Growing Perennial
Key Features
Evening-Blooming Flowers
Flowers typically open in the late afternoon or evening and remain attractive until the following day.
Spreading Growth Habit
Develops low-growing, spreading stems that provide attractive coverage for suitable garden areas.
Drought Tolerance
Adapts well to dry conditions and well-drained soils once established.
Product Highlights
Large lemon-yellow flowers
Four-petaled flower structure
Low-growing perennial plant
Evening-opening blooms
Attractive spreading stems
Suitable for rock gardens
Drought-tolerant once established
Popular native wildflower
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Oenothera macrocarpa |
| Synonym | Oenothera missouriensis |
| Common Name | Missouri Evening Primrose; Bigfruit Evening Primrose |
| Plant Family | Onagraceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Wildflower Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing, spreading herbaceous perennial |
| Flower Color | Bright Yellow |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 3–7 |
| Blooming Season | Late Spring through Summer (May–August) |
| Planting Season | Fall or Early Spring |
| Seed Starting | Direct sow outdoors in fall or early spring, following seed supplier instructions |
| Germination Time | Varies with seed condition and growing environment |
| Germination Temperature | Follow supplier-specific germination recommendations |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, sandy, rocky, or moderately fertile soil |
| Watering | Low to moderate; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 6–12 inches |
| Mature Plant Spread | Approximately 18–24 inches |
| Plant Uses | Rock Gardens, Borders, Slopes, and Native Landscapes |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Choose a Planting Location
Select a sunny location that receives plenty of direct sunlight. Missouri Evening Primrose grows well in open gardens and rocky landscapes.
Select a sunny location that receives plenty of direct sunlight. Missouri Evening Primrose grows well in open gardens and rocky landscapes.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Prepare loose, well-drained soil. Sandy or rocky soil is suitable, as the plant does not perform well in waterlogged conditions.
Prepare loose, well-drained soil. Sandy or rocky soil is suitable, as the plant does not perform well in waterlogged conditions.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds outdoors in fall or early spring according to supplier instructions. Avoid burying seeds deeper than recommended.
Sow seeds outdoors in fall or early spring according to supplier instructions. Avoid burying seeds deeper than recommended.
Step 4: Water and Maintain
Maintain suitable moisture during establishment. Once established, water moderately and allow the soil to dry between watering.
Maintain suitable moisture during establishment. Once established, water moderately and allow the soil to dry between watering.
Step 5: Enjoy Seasonal Flowers
Allow sufficient sunlight and space for spreading growth. Enjoy the large yellow flowers that open in the evening throughout the flowering season.
Allow sufficient sunlight and space for spreading growth. Enjoy the large yellow flowers that open in the evening throughout the flowering season.
Brighten Your Garden with Missouri Evening Primrose
Missouri Evening Primrose adds vibrant yellow flowers and attractive spreading foliage to sunny garden spaces. Its drought tolerance, low-growing habit, and suitability for rocky soils make it an excellent choice for rock gardens, native landscapes, and naturalized planting areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover useful information about Missouri Evening Primrose flowering, seed planting, and garden uses.
Do Missouri Evening Primrose flowers open at night?
Yes. Missouri Evening Primrose flowers typically open in the late afternoon or evening and remain open until the following morning or around midday. Each flower generally lasts only one day, but established plants produce successive blooms throughout the flowering season.
How do you grow Missouri Evening Primrose from seeds?
Missouri Evening Primrose can be grown from seeds sown outdoors in fall or early spring. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and follow the recommended sowing depth. Keep the soil suitably moist during germination and early establishment. Germination time can vary with seed quality and growing conditions.
Is Missouri Evening Primrose suitable for rock gardens and dry soil?
Yes. Missouri Evening Primrose is especially suitable for sunny rock gardens, rocky slopes, limestone landscapes, and dry garden areas. Its spreading growth habit, drought tolerance, and ability to grow in well-drained, relatively poor soils make it a useful choice for low-maintenance native landscaping.