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Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii

Also Known As

  • Primula marginata 'Holden Clough x P. allionii'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 4"-6"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii plant details

Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the best marginata hybrids, I'm surprised that breeders do not use marginata more frequently, it has fantastic foliage and crosses rather easily with other plants in the auricula section. ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii plant

How to Grow Primula marginata 'Holden Clough' x P. allionii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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