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Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling'

Also Known As

  • Ken's Seedling Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4b-8b

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Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling' plant details

Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling'

USDA Zones: 4b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From a 1952 Ken Wooster sowing this is a sister seedling to 'Marjorie Wooster' given to Joe Elliot and escaping from Broadwell labeled K.R.W. Ken didn't really want it distributed under his name but eventually relented and let it go as Ken's seedling. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling' plant

How to Grow Primula allionii 'Ken's Seedling'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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