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Primula 'Wharfedale Ling'

Also Known As

  • Primula allionii 'Wharfedale Ling'
  • Wharfedale Ling Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2"
  • W: 3"

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

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Primula 'Wharfedale Ling' plant details

Primula 'Wharfedale Ling' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 'Wharfedale Ling'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN wide, 2 IN tall
Flowers: cream and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Wharfedale Ling'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A treasure for the rock garden or trough, this little jewel is native to Europe growing in crevices on rock cliffs. It likes good drainage but not too dry so add some fine gravel or sand to your planting mix. We've found it to be quite easy growing it in full sun and it often reblooms later in the year.

Gardening facts about Primula 'Wharfedale Ling' plant

How to Grow Primula 'Wharfedale Ling'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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