Ozark sundrops
Also known as: Missouri primrose
O. macrocarpa is an herbaceous perennial to 15cm in height, with trailing leafy stems to 30cm in length. Leaves narrowly oblong, with conspicuous silvery midribs; flowers solitary, 10-12cm in width, bright yellow, appearing from late spring to early autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- Ozark sundrops (Oenothera macrocarpa)
- Genus
- Oenothera
- Family
- Onagraceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Trailing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Ozark sundrops
Distribution map
USA, Mexico
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Ozark sundrops
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Ozark sundrops care guide
- Moderate watering, allowing slight drying between waterings once established
- Watering
- Full sun
- 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
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in early spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun; ideal for stony soil. Protect from excessive winter wet
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Prone to leaf spots, mildews and root rot
Pests
Damage by slugs may be a problem
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