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Texas Primrose, Sundrops

Calylophus drummondianus var. berlandieri

Photo by TAZfromTX
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Field Notes

Description:

Calylophus drummondianus var. berlandieri is a Texas Native that resembles a Primrose or Oenothera spp. that is yellow with a bushy and upright growth habit and needle-like foliage. From Spring and throughout the Summer intense yellow buttercup-shaped flowers will open in the evening and remain open until the next afternoon.

Habitat:

Hardiness Zones: USDA Zone 6 (-10 °F) to USDA Zone 9 (20 °F)

Height: Grows 6” tall. Space 36” apart.

Exposure: Plant in Full Sun to Partial Sun.

Bloom Time: Blooms Spring to Summer.

Water Requirements: Water once per week until established.
Does best in a well drained soil.

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PublishedJuly 1, 2011

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