How to Grow and Care for Narrowleaf evening primrose

Narrowleaf evening primrose, also known as Common sundrops, Shrubby sundrops, Flatrock sundrops, Narrow-leaved sundrops

Narrowleaf evening primrose thrives in well-draining soil and full sun exposure, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. Special care points include its tolerance for poor soils and drought conditions, allowing it to perform well with minimal intervention. Regular watering during extended dry periods will benefit narrowleaf evening primrose, but overwatering should be avoided to prevent root rot.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Narrowleaf evening primrose

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial, Biennial, Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-7.5
Planting Time	Early spring, Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Hardiness Zones	4-9

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Varieties of Narrowleaf evening primrose

Narrowleaf evening primrose 'Fyrverkeri'

Narrowleaf evening primrose 'Fyrverkeri' displays uniquely dark foliage, red stems and buds, and buttercup-yellow blooms. Cultivated as a sport from the Evening Primrose family, this variant's name translates to "fireworks" in large part due to its fiery summer coloration. Narrowleaf evening primrose 'Fyrverkeri' is a prestigious award winner for its large and bright flowers, colorful foliage, and long blooming season.

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Narrowleaf evening primrose exhibits a slender, upright growth habit, reaching heights of up to 4 feet (1.2 meters). Its foliage consists of lanceolate leaves, which often display a finely toothed margin. During blooming season, the plant is adorned with showy, bright yellow flowers, each with four distinct petals that expand up to 2 inches (5 cm) across. These flowers are borne in loose clusters at the tops of the stems and are notable for their daylight opening, a departure from the nocturnal habits commonly seen within the same family.