Is Bigfruit Evening-primrose safe for pets?

Yes, Bigfruit Evening-primrose (Oenothera Macrocarpa) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Bigfruit Evening-primrose easy to care for?

Bigfruit Evening-primrose has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Bigfruit Evening-primrose grow indoors?

Bigfruit Evening-primrose is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Bigfruit Evening-primrose (Oenothera Macrocarpa) is a perennial herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Oenothera macrocarpa is a perennial flowering plant known for its large, bright yellow flowers that open for a single day.

Last updated: February 2026

Bigfruit Evening-primrose

Oenothera Macrocarpa

Oenothera macrocarpa is a perennial flowering plant known for its large, bright yellow flowers that open for a single day.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

4-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, drought-tolerant garden plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bigfruit Evening-primrose

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Prune

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Fertilize

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Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae

Genus:Oenothera