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Which location does the evening primrose prefer?

Evening primrose need one sunny to full sun. There are only a few flowers where there is more shade.

Which soil conditions are useful for the evening primrose?

A nutrient-poor to moderately nutrient-rich, permeable and rather dry soil forms the right basis for a lush evening primrose blossom. The perennial does not tolerate moisture very well.

When is the evening primrose sown?

the Sowing takes place between April and June directly into the field, whereby the seeds should be covered with soil about two centimeters thick. In addition, the plant sows itself quite reliably. After the seedlings emerge, you should isolate them to about 25 centimeters.

When can the evening primrose be planted?

Basically only modern hybrid breeds that stand out are planted directly sowing do not allow to propagate single-variety. Planting takes place in spring.

How many plants do you have to calculate per square meter?

Depending on the type and variety, you can plant between six and twelve evening primrose per square meter.

How is the evening primrose propagated?

The propagation takes place by sowing in spring or by semi-ripe cuttings, which you can cut off non-flowering shoots by early summer.

When does the evening primrose bloom?

the Evening primrose bloom extends from June to September and can be extended by regularly cutting back withered parts of the plant.

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Evening primrose harmonize particularly well with lavender (Lavandula), Holy herb (Santolina), rock roses (Cistus), spur flowers (Centranthus ruber), burning love (Silene chalcedonica), fine ray (Erigeron) or low Sun bride (Helenium).