Primula 'Captain Blood'

Also Known As

Captain Blood Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-5"
W: 5"-10"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Primula 'Captain Blood' plant details

Primula 'Captain Blood' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula 'Captain Blood'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 IN - 10 IN - wide, 3 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Captain Blood'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We have been growing this plant for over 10 years and since we haven't lost it in the meantime (not all double primroses are long-lived) we thought it's time to share. The dark crimson on this plant is unequaled so far among double primroses.