Twilight is an excellent form of Oenothera speciosa, resembling the variety Siskiyou in general characteristics, but distinguished by striking rich purple bronze colouring in the centre of the leaf, particularly on young foliage. This deep colouring makes a strong contrast with the large pale pink flowers which appear throughout the summer.

Oenothera speciosa Twilight is a versatile plant for the border, containers or as a patio plant. It is particularly effective when planted with plants with yellow or pale leaves.

Already launched in the UK, this makes an excellent impulse purchase plant for pot sizes of 1.0 litre upwards.

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Oenothera Twilight

The foliage, clearly showing the distinctive dark markings. The foliage has the best colour in spring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oenothera Twilight

The flowers are large, clear pink and produced throughout summer in large quantities.

 

 

 

 

 

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Breeder: James Turner   

UPOV name: Oenothera speciosa TURNER01

Protection status:
EU: PVR granted. CPVO file number 20041111
US: Plant Patent granted. Awaiting patent number.
Australia: PVR application pending
Applications pending in Japan and other countries.

Hardiness: not tested, but expected to be hardy to USDA zone 5 (minimum temperature -25 Celsius).

Bloom: large pale pink flowers, from May to August.

Foliage: mid-green with distinctive purple-bronze central marking, most pronounced in young growth.

Habit: compact, herbaceous. 30cm/12″ high.

Propagation: cuttings, division. Note: a licence is required for propagation.

Culture: best performance in full sun, although will tolerate up to half day shade. Any good soil, although improved foliage colour can be induced with regular application of nitrogen fertilizer.

If you are a grower interested in this variety, then please contact us today - we are constantly seeking select, high quality licensees for current and future plant products.

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