Primrose Dwarf Evening Seeds 0.75G

About Primrose Dwarf Evening Seeds

Dwarf evening primrose (Oenothera) charms with cheerful, cup-shaped yellow flowers that unfurl in the evening and release a soft fragrance as the light fades. Our heirloom, non-GMO primrose seeds grow into low, spreading plants perfect for the front of a border or a rock garden, where their dusk-opening blooms draw in moths and other twilight pollinators.

Who it's for

Great for gardeners who enjoy an evening or moon garden, pollinator lovers who want to support night-flying visitors, and anyone wanting a tough, low-growing carefree flower.

How & when to plant

Grown as a hardy annual or short-lived perennial across USDA zones 4-8. Direct sow in early spring or fall; the fine seed needs light, so surface-sow and press in gently rather than burying. Keep lightly moist until it sprouts, then thin plants to 8-12 inches apart in full sun with average, well-drained soil. It tolerates dry, lean ground once established.

Bloom & care

Expect flowering from early to late summer on compact plants about 8-12 inches tall. Grown for its fragrant flowers rather than food, it is especially valuable for evening pollinators like moths. It self-sows and needs little care. One packet plants about 67 sq ft (~105 plants).

Benefits & uses

Dwarf evening primrose is ideal for the front of borders, rock gardens and moon gardens, adding fragrance and movement at dusk while supporting night-flying pollinators. It naturalizes gently to fill in over time.

Frequently asked questions

Why is it called evening primrose?
The flowers open in late afternoon and evening and are fragrant at dusk, which is when their pollinators are most active.

Does it spread?
Yes, it self-sows and spreads gently, so it fills in nicely over a season or two without becoming aggressive.

How much sun does it need?
Full sun gives the most flowers, and it handles heat and dry, lean soil well once established.