Primula polyneura

Also Known As

Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Primula polyneura plant details

Primula polyneura is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink, purple and red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade 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 polyneura

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, purple and red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula polyneura

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chinese member of the cortusoides section preferring limy woodland soil, long lived and perhaps the best general garden plant in its section. Our plants date from collections made by Wilson, Farrer and Forrest, flower color ranges from a soft baby pink to strident magenta crimson.