Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blue'

Scientific Name: Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blau'

Also Known As

Exhibition Blue Garden Auricula

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5"-6"
W: 6"-10"

planting zones

3a-11

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Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blue' plant details

Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blue' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 5 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula x pubescens 'Exhibition Blue'

USDA Zones: 3a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rapidly growing in popularity in the U.S. the past few years, the very old (since 1582) favorite “Garden Auricula” is a gratifying, long lasting garden plant. Though in warmer areas, the plants bloom mostly in the Spring, here in the Bay Area, bloom time continues year round if you keep these lovelies dead-headed. The flowers are flat, rounded & purple-blue with white or yellow centers & are borne on upright stems. This mix includes predominantly purples, but occasionally a few other color surprises, including softer pastel shades & pinks. The leaves are smooth, oval & mid-green in rosettes. Tolerates full sun, but prefers shade/semi-shade. Rich loam is best ~ top dress with compost occasionally.