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Primrose
Bloom confirmed nearby
Oenothera biennis
In the United States:
Native
· also called common evening primrose
Honeybees forage on this plant in the early morning for its abundant pollen, often visible as long yellow strands on their legs, and moderate nectar before the flowers close by midday; peak bloom occurs from midsummer through early fall; as a biennial, it self-seeds prolifically and may require management to prevent it from becoming weedy in gardens.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | June–October |
| Hardiness zones | 4-9 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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