Overview
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Oenothera, part of the Onagraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is attractive to pollinators and drought resistant. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildlife gardens and coastal.
About
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' is a vertical perennial that reaches approximately 1 meter in height, showcasing dark red stems adorned with narrow, ovate foliage. From summer through early autumn, it produces a series of 8 cm wide fragrant blooms that initially appear pale yellow and transition to deeper hues of orange and pink as they mature.
About the genus
Oenothera includes annuals, biennials, and perennials that can grow upright or spread out. The plants feature either simple or lobed foliage and produce bowl-shaped flowers in white, yellow, or pink hues, which bloom throughout much of the summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Oenothera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 1-2 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Coastal
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Oenothera 'Apricot Delight'
- Cultivation
- Grow in an open position in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown in early summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to powdery mildews and a leaf spot and susceptible to root rot in heavy, wet soils
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Oenothera 'Apricot Delight'?
Grow in an open position in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.
Where is the best place to plant Oenothera 'Apricot Delight'?
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' need?
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Oenothera 'Apricot Delight'?
Cut back after flowering.
How big does Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' grow?
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 1-2 years to reach full size.
Is Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' hardy in the UK?
Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' has a UK hardiness rating of H5.
How do I propagate Oenothera 'Apricot Delight'?
Propagate by seed sown in early summer.
Is Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' good for pollinators?
Yes — Oenothera 'Apricot Delight' attracts and supports pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.