Oenothera lindheimeri 'White Dove' (G)
A bushy, compact, upright perennial with narrow sword-shaped leaves that have green-lime variegation. In summer and autumn it bears an abundance of white flowers emerging from pink-tinged buds. These are held on slender, wand-like stems, above the foliage.
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green Variegated | ||
Autumn | White | Green Variegated | ||
Winter | Green Variegated |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Onagraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Genus
Oenothera can be annuals, biennials or perennials, upright or spreading in habit, with simple or lobed leaves and bowl-shaped, white, yellow or pink flowers over a long period in summer
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Drought and partial shade are tolerated.
Propagation
Propagate from seed sown in spring and early summer. Increase by division, softwood cuttings and basal softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe heel cuttings in summer.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Coastal
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
If flowering diminishes, trim back by half during the growing season to encourage a fresh flush of flowers. Cut back hard in spring before growth begins.
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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