Primula x pubescens 'Boothman's Variety'

Also Known As

Primula 'Boothman'
Boothman Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5"
W: 4"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Primula x pubescens 'Boothman's Variety' plant details

Primula x pubescens 'Boothman's Variety' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and low water. Does well in acidic, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula x pubescens 'Boothman's Variety'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN wide, 0 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula x pubescens 'Boothman's Variety'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Springtime deep red-violet, saucer-shaped flowers have a distinct white and yellow eye zone. The leaves are small compared to the flower, serrated, leathery, and soft green. This is one of the easier alpine primrose to grow. 6" TMinimum temperature: -20 °F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

A form of P.hirsuta f. typica, has intense colored flowers with a white center. Vigorous grower and reblooms often in fall. Grows in most well drained garden soils. Full sun is fine in higher elevation and/or cooler regions, otherwise needs a place without afternoon heat. For the front of borders, rock gardens and troughs.