NORTH AMERICAN NATIVE WILDFLOWER - Common Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) is a biennial forb that produces tall spikes of fragrant yellow blooms that open at dusk and attract night pollinators BIENNIAL GARDEN PERFORMER - First year forms a leafy rosette with deep taproot, second year sends up sturdy stems with yellow night blooms and seeds valued in traditional herbal medicinal practice POLLINATOR FRIENDLY HABITAT - Nectar rich evening blooms attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and beneficial moths while supporting birds with nutritious seeds TOUGH AND EASY TO GROW - Drought tolerant and adaptable to sandy, clay or loam soils; sow evening primrose seeds directly on the soil surface, germinates in 14 to 28 days FAMILY OWNED USA SMALL BUSINESS – Heirloom non-GMO seeds from Survival Garden Seeds, a trusted American brand; always open-pollinated, untreated, and quality tested for garden success

Common Evening Primrose seeds for planting and growing the hardy North American native wildflower known for its tall spikes of bright yellow blooms that open in the evening and glow at dusk. Common Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) is an important biennial flower that brings beauty, resilience, and traditional usefulness to your garden while supporting pollinators and local ecosystems.

This historic native plant has long been valued for its edible roots, shoots, leaves, and seeds. Generations have appreciated its role in self-reliant living and natural wellness traditions as a medicinal herb. Whether you are building a pollinator garden, restoring native habitat, or growing a more independent backyard landscape, Common Evening Primrose is a meaningful and productive addition.

Easy to grow and adaptable, these seeds thrive in full sun and tolerate sandy, clay, or loam soils. Surface sow seeds since light is required for germination, and expect sprouts in 14 to 28 days. In the first year, plants form a low rosette and deep taproot. In the second year, tall flowering stalks emerge and may self-seed for continued growth.

Fragrant yellow flowers unfurl shortly before sunset, attracting bee, butterfly, hummingbird, bird, moth, and other beneficial night pollinator species and is a host plant for native caterpillars and insects.. Drought tolerant once established, this dependable wildflower performs well even in poor soils and challenging spaces where other plants struggle.

At Survival Garden Seeds, we offer heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO seeds chosen for reliability across the USA. Each packet includes clear growing instructions to help beginners and experienced gardeners succeed. Grow with confidence and add a trusted native wildflower to your family garden.