$7.77
Small Sundrops
Little Evening Primrose
Ozaawashko-waabigwan
Oenothera perennis
Ozaawashko-waabigwan – The Evening Meadow Bloom
Ozaawashko-waabigwan is a low-growing native perennial known for its soft yellow flowers that open in evening light. In meadow ecosystems, evening bloomers extend nourishment beyond daylight hours — supporting night pollinators and carrying the rhythm of the land into dusk.
A Native Wildflower of Dry Meadows
Little Evening Primrose grows in prairies, sandy fields, open savannas, and roadside clearings. From late spring into summer, delicate four-petaled yellow flowers open wide, often intensifying in glow as the sun lowers. Its spreading habit forms a bright, drought-tolerant groundlayer among grasses.
Planting Ozaawashko-waabigwan strengthens pollinator continuity and builds resilience in dry, sunlit landscapes.
Growing Information
Height: 6–12 in
Spread: 12–24 in (spreads by rhizomes)
Light: Full sun
Soil: Dry to moderately moist, well-drained
Hardiness: Zone 3–8
Growth Rate: Moderate
Best planted in prairie restorations, sandy soils, rock gardens, or open meadow plantings. Thrives in lean conditions and tolerates drought once established.
Ecological Importance
Ozaawashko-waabigwan:
Provides nectar for bees and night-flying moths
Supports pollinator diversity across day and evening cycles
Stabilizes soil in sandy or dry habitats
Enhances biodiversity in open meadow systems
Often planted in drifts where its golden blooms can weave between grasses, glowing softly as evening settles over the prairie.
Planting to Protect
Restoring to Thrive ?
Origin Native Plants ?
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