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Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades'

Also Known As

  • Wanda Blue Shades Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades' plant details

Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green and purple foliage. In spring and winter blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green and purple
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and winter
Uses: long-blooming, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Winter hardy, early flowering - February through May. Very vigorous, best suited for pot production. Compact, decorative foliage. Flower and foliage provide an impressive contrast. Full sun in cool areas is accepted with sufficient irrigation. Flowers in blue shades, and foliage dark green to violet. (Jelitto) Minimum temperature: -20 °F

Gardening facts about Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades' plant

How to Grow Primula 'Wanda Blue Shades'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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