Oenothera versicolor
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A short-lived perennial with linear, toothed leaves borne on upright, deep red stems that are topped in summer by tight clusters of fragrant yellow-orange flowers to 2.5cm across that darken to orange-red shades with age
Scientific classification
- Species
- Oenothera versicolor (Oenothera versicolor)
- Genus
- Oenothera
- Family
- Onagraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Oenothera versicolor
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Oenothera versicolor
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Oenothera versicolor care guide
- Moderate watering, allowing slight drying between waterings once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, allowing slight drying between waterings once established
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight flowering feed in spring and early summer only
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in early summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in an average to rich, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spot, powdery mildews and downy mildews; root rot may be a problem in rich, wet, heavy soil. Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
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