{"product_id":"ga-onagre-evening-primrose-bio","title":"Organic Evening Primrose","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eOrganic 'Evening Primrose' (Oenothera biennis) from the seed company Gaia, a North American perennial with night-blooming flowers and a delicate fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eEvening Primrose 'Evening Primrose' is a heritage perennial native to North America, known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"277\"\u003ebright yellow flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e that \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eopen at dusk\u003c\/strong\u003e and close around midday. This nocturnal bloom attracts moths and hummingbirds, making evening primrose a valuable nectar-producing plant. Long used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"517\"\u003etraditional American herbalism\u003c\/strong\u003e , it provides leaves and roots with recognized properties. Its slender form and luminous flowers add a magical touch to natural gardens, wildflower meadows, and lightly shaded borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"763\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Alliums, Phlox, Cosmos, Ornamental grasses, Bearded irises, Sage \u003cbr data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cabbage, Broccoli, Kale, Cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, Kale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Upright and airy clump\u003cbr data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 to 150 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Night-blooming, bright yellow flowers, medicinal, very attractive to bees, self-seeding perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tender leaves (herbal), edible flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -30°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eStratify the seeds for two weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing. Sow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost, placing the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e1–2 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e18–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e (optimum 20°C). Transplant outdoors when all risk of frost has passed. Plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003elight shade\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 1) with moderate watering (level 2). Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e38–45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with 50–60 cm between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eHarvest the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/strong\u003e in the first or second year, with the second-year leaves being more aromatic and potent. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eroots\u003c\/strong\u003e can be harvested at the end of the first year while they are still tender. The edible flowers can be picked for salads or culinary decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e Store fresh leaves in the refrigerator for a few days or dry them for extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003e • In \u003cstrong data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eherbal teas\u003c\/strong\u003e or traditional herbal preparations\u003cbr data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003e • As \u003cstrong data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e in salads\u003cbr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e • In the night gardens to enjoy the twilight opening of the flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003e • To attract hummingbirds and pollinators to the vegetable garden\u003cbr data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e • In flowery meadows for a bright yellow touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eThe evening primrose 'Evening Primrose' combines nocturnal beauty, medicinal tradition, and great resilience. 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