I have grown Evening Primrose from seed. The seedlings are now about six inches tall. But the leaves have a grey speckled look. I may have over watered them. Will they survive?
There are a few diseases that cause spots to appear on Evening Primrose leaves, but I think these will not kill the plants, and they may outgrow the problem. There is also the possibility of a nutrient deficiency, especially if the speckles are yellowish, so you could try adding compost or fertilizer.
Does it like sun or shade
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Hi...I have 2 questions......is the primrose deer proof and does it do well in the winter with cold to freezing temperatures?
These will do well in hardiness zones 7-9. If you are outside of these limits, then I would consider keeping them as inside plants.
As far as deer resistance... Even if it is deer resistant... I have learned, that deer will eat anything, unfortunately.
Here is an article on the primrose: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/primrose/growing-primrose-primrose-plants-in-your-garden.htm
I like these cute flowers, but they have invaded my garden. I think I am pulling them out by the roots, turning those areas over, hoping they're gone, to my surprise...more. Without killing my other plants and flowers, how do I get rid of them? Also, can they be transplanted to the neighbor's yard, since she thinks they're cute? I warned her.
There are several evening primrose species. I think you are talking about Oenothera speciosa. You are encountering the result of these pretty plants setting lots of seed. You pull the plants only to have more seeds germinate. If you keep up, you will exhaust the "seed bank", the dormant seeds in the soil that are patiently waiting for the right conditions to germinate. Hoeing will kill the plants. You might consider a pre-emergent like Preen after removing all seedlings. A 4 inch layer of mulch may also work.
We leave in Colorado at 6000 feet elevation
Oenothera biennis, aka common evening primrose is a biennial which means it lives for 2 years then dies. The first year it forms a basal rosette of leaves and no flowers. The second year, it sends up the flower spike(s) and sets seed. To keep it in the garden, it is necessary to collect seed or allow the plant to self-sow. Cut the flower stalk down or remove the plant. It will not come back next year.
I’m just wanting to see a picture and get a quick description
Here is info on pink and yellow evening primrose.