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An excellent groundcover for harsh, full sun, Texas Sundrop is a drought-hardy perennial that grows very short (just 10-14") and creeps along the ground to a spread of 2 or even 3 feet if you let it. Also called Shrubby Primrose and Compact Calylophus. It's native almost all across Texas and thrives in almost all site conditions. Learn more at Native Gardeners and Native Plant Society
Plant Size: 4" Pot or Gallon
Scientific Name: Oenothera berlandieri (formerly classified as: Calylophus berlandieri)
Height: 1 foot
Spread: 2-3 feet
Light: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun