Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly'
Also Known As
- Primula allionii 'Warfedale Butterfly'
- Primula allionii 'Wharfedale Butterfly'
- Wharfedale Butterfly Primrose
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly' plant details
Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 'Wharfedale Butterfly'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: primulaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
With the crystalline diaphanous look Primula allionii is so famous for, the pinkish flowers morph to white in the center. ZONE 5
Gardening facts about Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly' plant
How to Grow Primula 'Wharfedale Butterfly'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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