• Evening Primrose fragrant and Beautiful Blooms for Your Garden. Onagre parfumée et belles fleurs pour votre jardin.
  • These evening primroses flowers are loved by pollinators. Ces fleurs d’onagre sont appréciées des pollinisateurs
  • A great choice for borders and rock gardens. Un excellent choix pour les bordures et les rocailles.
  • Evening Primrose are simple flowers to grow and maintain. L’onagre est une fleur simple à cultiver et à entretenir.
  • A vibrant yellow flower with delicate petals and a green stem Une fleur jaune vif avec des pétales délicats et une tige verte
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Evening Primrose Flower Seeds

Evening Primrose Flower Seeds

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This perennial wildflower bursts into radiant yellow blooms during the cool hours of the day, unfurling new flowers with each passing evening. Renowned for its medicinal properties and ease of cultivation, this wildflower has a storied history dating back to its believed origins in Mexico and Central America. Its seeds, containing a valuable oil, have been utilized for centuries to address various ailments including pain, inflammation, women's health issues, and skin conditions. The etymology of its genus name, Oenothera, remains somewhat elusive, though many scholars suggest its roots lie in the Greek word for "wine," stemming from the ancient belief that the plant's roots possessed the ability to counteract the effects of excessive wine consumption.

How To Grow

Planting: Begin sowing directly into the soil in early spring, ensuring the seeds are lightly pressed into the surface as they require light to sprout. Maintain the soil's moisture level until germination, typically occurring within 10-30 days. Once the seedlings are sturdy enough, either thin them out or transplant them to provide ample spacing. For an early start, initiate indoor planting of Oenothera Biennis seeds 8-10 weeks before the last frost and later transplant them outdoors.

Cultivation: Water the seedlings consistently until they establish themselves firmly in the soil. While mature plants can adapt to various soil types, they may wilt in excessively dry conditions. This plant is low-maintenance and thrives effortlessly, but it has the potential to spread rapidly and become invasive if left unchecked due to its prolific self-seeding nature. To manage this, consider trimming the plants back after flowering. Additionally, this plant is attractive to birds and tends to deter deer.

Harvesting

Harvesting: Due to their short lifespan, these delicate blossoms are not ideally suited for use as cut flowers, as they tend to wilt quickly once removed from their natural habitat. Instead, the true beauty of these ephemeral blooms is best appreciated in their wild, natural setting, where they can be admired in all their fleeting glory, adding a touch of ephemeral charm to the landscape.

Seed Saving

Seed Saving: Following the flowering stage, the common evening primrose undergoes a transformation as slender ridged pods emerge, serving as a vital food source for various small bird species. To safeguard the seed collection process, it may be necessary to take precautions to protect these pods from being consumed prematurely. As the pods mature, their hue gradually shifts to a rich brown tone, indicating readiness for seed extraction. Once the pods have fully ripened, characterized by their split-open state and the release of their seeds, it's time to gather them promptly. Carefully monitor the pods as they begin this transition, ensuring that the seeds inside have attained a dark brown hue, signaling optimal maturity. Following collection, allow the pods to dry thoroughly before delicately extracting the precious common evening primrose seeds nestled within. These seeds should then be stored in a cool, dark environment to maintain their viability and quality over time, preserving their potential for future cultivation.

Extra Facts

Evening Primrose Flower Seeds
Latin Name: Oenothera Biennis
Species Origin: North America
Type: Biennial
Life Cycle: Short-lived perennial
USDA Zones: 3-9
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Height: 60-150 cm
Color: Yellow
Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
Uses: Ornamental, medicinal

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