| | | Family | Onagraceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Oenothera glabra (smooth sundrops) bears bright yellow blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |