| Common Name | Pale Evening Primrose |
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Genus | Oenothera |
| Species | Pallida |
| Origin | North America (USA, Mexico) |
| Blooming | Yellow flowers open at dusk in summer, nocturnal scent. |
| Leaf Color | Silvery-green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates poor soils and drought.
Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly during first season. Reduce in winter dormancy.
Full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade but leggy growth occurs.
Low maintenance, light feeding in spring if soil is poor. Avoid excess nitrogen which promotes foliage over flowers.
Cut back hard after flowering to maintain shape and encourage basal regrowth.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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