Primula vulgaris 'Francesca'

Also Known As

Primula 'Francisca'
Primula 'Green Lace'
Francisca Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 4"-8"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Primula vulgaris 'Francesca' plant details

Primula vulgaris 'Francesca' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow 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 vulgaris 'Francesca'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: clumping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula vulgaris 'Francesca'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ruffled green flowers for several weeks in spring have lighter yellow centers, subtle elegance. Low evergreen clumps 4” tall and 6” wide thrive in moist, well-drained soil in morning sun.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Puckered leaves ensconce apple-green ruffly flowers with a yellow throat. This primula perseveres through several weeks on 10" tall plants. Green flowers can add just the zing that some companion plants lack, and the texture alone is worth the planting. Intrigue your friends and neighbors. Minimum temperature: -20?F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

The bizarre ruffly frilled flowers are green with a yellow eye and last for months. An intriguing addition to the shade garden, to your primula collection or as a conversation piece in a pot!

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Exquisite celadon green frilly flowers accented with yellow eyes bloom repeatedly beginning in mid spring until the hot weather sets in. Tidy clumping plants reach a height and spread of 9".