Oenothera lindheimeri 'Crimson Butterflies'PBR (G)
A compact, clump-forming perennial to around 50cm high, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are strongly flushed with reddish-bronze. Deep rose pink flowers open from dark red buds on slender, branching stems from early summer to early autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green Red Bronze | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink | Green Red Bronze | ||
Autumn | Pink | Green Red Bronze | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun, though will tolerate light or part-day shade. Some drought tolerance once established, protect from excess winter wet. Plants can be short-lived, and dislike transplanting
Propagation
Propagate by basal or softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Prairie planting
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead after flowering. Cut back plants in early spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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