Oenothera fruticosa (Sundrops) fern Very effective near a stream

Very effective near a stream or at the edge of a woodland

Disease resistant

Whack it back after blooming and you will be rewarded with more of that rich purple color in early fall

this seed propagated strain selected by nurseryman Dale Hendricks

Oenothera fruticosa (Sundrops) fern Very effective near a streamNorth American native sundrops is a loose spreading ground cover that is suitable for poor, dry or sandy soils. It produces lemon yellow cupped flowers in late spring to early summer atop 15 24" foliage with reddish stems and narrow green leaves. Perfect for the naturalized garden, dry slope or meadow. Plant 24" apart. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 9