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Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow]

Also Known As

  • Primula vulgaris 'Jack-in-Green' [Yellow]
  • Jack-in-Green [Yellow] Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow] plant details

Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow]

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light yellow posies in spring are surrounded by a renaissance ruff of small leaves replacing the calyx. A Victorian favorite. Minimum temperature: -20 °F

Gardening facts about Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow] plant

How to Grow Primula Jack-in-the-Green Group [yellow]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • chartreuse
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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