Chihuahuan Evening Primrose, Baja evening primrose
Synonym: Oenothera drummondii
Family: Onagraceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: USDA: Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Mexico (Chihuahua, Nuevo Leon) Growth Habits: Perennial groundcover, up to 5 inches tall (12 cm), 2 feet in diameter (60 cm) Watering Needs: Moderate water
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Cultural Practices:
Plant 12 to 18 inches apart (30 to 45 cm)
Blooming Habits:
The Chihuahuan Evening Primrose has great looking large 2.5 inches wide (6 cm) yellow flowers, unfortunately they open during the night, and are only visible in early morning, after which they just seem to crumble.
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