Glaucous evening primrose (Oenothera fruticosa subsp. glauca)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Glaucous evening primrose (Oenothera fruticosa subsp. glauca). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant glaucous evening primrose in a south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Oenothera fruticosa subsp. glauca can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;

Planting type

There are a wide range of applications for this plant. glaucous evening primrose can be applied in/as:

• Flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;
• Low maintenance gardens – where you can’t care for the plants so often;
• Wall-side borders – that create a very specific microclimate;