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Primula rosea

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 6"-15"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Primula rosea plant details

Primula rosea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with 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 rosea

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 15 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula rosea

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

What a pink! The distillation of hues, shades and tints into a saturated concentration of the pink pigment is an unqualified success in this saucy Primrose. The flowers erupt from the winter resting buds before the leaves expand and demand attention in the garden. Best in a rich moisture retentive soil.

Gardening facts about Primula rosea plant

How to Grow Primula rosea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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