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Pink Evening Primrose
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Pink Evening Primrose

Oenothera speciosa
In the United States: Native · also called pink evening primrose, showy evening primrose, pink ladies

Honeybees forage on this plant for both nectar and pollen, providing a reliable mid-season resource in its range. Peak bloom occurs from late spring through early summer, with flowers opening in the evening. It spreads rapidly via rhizomes and can become invasive in disturbed areas, requiring management to prevent overgrowth.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) April–July
Hardiness zones4-10
Duration~30 days
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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