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Primula 'Clarence Elliott'

Also Known As

  • Primula allionii 'Clarence Elliott'
  • Primula allionii x Linda Pope Alba
  • Primula allionii x p. marginata 'Linda Pope Alba'
  • Clarence Elliott Primrose
  • Pimrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Primula 'Clarence Elliott' plant details

Primula 'Clarence Elliott' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula 'Clarence Elliott'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Clarence Elliott'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A 1982 Joe Elliot cross between P. allionii and a white form of 'Linda Pope', flowers are lavender with a white eye with broad petals and overlap to obscure the cushion if well grown. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Primula 'Clarence Elliott' plant

How to Grow Primula 'Clarence Elliott'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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