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Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red'

Also Known As

  • Primula allionii 'Pear Drop X Old Red'
  • Pear Drop X Old Red Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An old cross there is more then one clone going by this name, we believe this to be the original true form. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red' plant

How to Grow Primula 'Peardrop' X 'Old Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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