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Primula 'Oriental Sunrise'

Also Known As

  • Primula x oriental 'Sunrise'
  • Sunrise Candelabra Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-30"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Primula 'Oriental Sunrise' plant details

Primula 'Oriental Sunrise' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer coral, lavender, orange, red, silver and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula 'Oriental Sunrise'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 15 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: coral, lavender, orange, red, silver and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula 'Oriental Sunrise'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the famed Barnhaven breeders in France, a fabulous strain of candelabra hybrids ranging in color from flame reds, coral, burnt orange, cherry pink, through orange and pastel yellows to the tenderest peach and apple blossom…some even lavender to silver-mauve. Flowers the color of an antique Oriental painting on stems to 30” late spring to mid-summer over rosettes of leaves; best in moist to wet soil in sun to part shade. Will reseed and multiply in their happy spot.

Gardening facts about Primula 'Oriental Sunrise' plant

How to Grow Primula 'Oriental Sunrise'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
    • coral
    • yellow
    • lavender
    • silver
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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