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Primula marginata 'Dekker'

Also Known As

  • Dekker Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Primula marginata 'Dekker' plant details

Primula marginata 'Dekker' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, variegated and white foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula marginata 'Dekker'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 0 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula marginata 'Dekker'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lighter flowered and less powdered than 'Amethyst', but very vigorous and easy. 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.

Gardening facts about Primula marginata 'Dekker' plant

How to Grow Primula marginata 'Dekker'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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