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    Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley'

    Also Known As

    • Joan Gibley Primrose

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"
    • W: 10"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley' plant details

    Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 x pubescens 'Joan Gibley'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: primulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 10 IN wide, 6 IN tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley'

    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

    Purple flowers, this came form Marion Jarvie, don't bother trying to Google it. ZONE 5

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley' plant

    How to Grow Primula x pubescens 'Joan Gibley'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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