Primula kisoana var. alba

Also Known As

Primula kisoana var. shikokiana f. [alba]
Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 8"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Primula kisoana var. alba plant details

Primula kisoana var. alba is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula kisoana var. alba

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula kisoana var. alba

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare form of this Japanese native. Besides the regular fuzzy leaves, var. shikokiana is also covered with white hairs. The white flowers are over an inch across, arranged in umbels of several blooms. The plant spreads by underground runners. Easy in moist woodland.