2010
Oenothera pilosella
"Yella Fella"
Flowering period: June - August

Height 25 - 50 cm
Spread: 25 - 50 cm
Habit: Upright
Flower type: Simple
Leaf Color Dark
Placement: Sun
Water Average
Fertilizer need: Average
Plant type: Perennial


Class Best seller 2010

Meadow Sundrops

Family: Onagraceae
Origin: Eastern USA
Special Features: Abundant blooms, first year flowering; golden saucer-shaped blossoms opening during the day, reddish autumn foliage
History: Introduced by JELITTO PERENNIAL SEEDS in 2006
Colour: Orange in bud, bright golden cup-shaped blossoms, lightly scented
Natural Flowering Period: June - August
Winter Hardiness: Z4-8
Growth Habit: Upright
Foliage: Dark green with red fall color. Stem and leaf undersides are covered with distinct whitish hairs
Height with Flower: 40 cm (16'')
Spacing between Plants: 40 cm (16'')
Soil Requirement: Well-drained garden soils, pH 6.2 - 7.2
Location: Full sun
Use: Ideal for the rock garden or border combined with Coreopsis 'Elfin Gold', Penstemon 'Sunburst Ruby', and Stachys 'Silky Fleece'
Specialities: Good cut flower. More tolerant of dry conditions than its relatives.

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