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Ozark Sundrops
Oenothera macrocarpa
In the United States:
Native
· also called ozark sundrops, missouri evening primrose, bigfruit evening primrose
Honeybees visit Ozark sundrops primarily for pollen in the early morning and nectar from flowers that open late afternoon and close by midday; larger bees and moths are main pollinators but honeybees forage effectively during open hours. Peak bloom occurs in June-July, providing steady summer support. This low-growing, drought-tolerant perennial spreads slowly and requires no staking, though it may go dormant in extreme heat.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–August |
| Hardiness zones | 4-8 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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