Primula vulgaris 'Oakleaf Magenta'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 6"-14"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Primula vulgaris 'Oakleaf Magenta' plant details

Primula vulgaris 'Oakleaf Magenta' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring magenta 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, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula vulgaris 'Oakleaf Magenta'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 14 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula vulgaris 'Oakleaf Magenta'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Primula vulgaris ‘Oakleaf Magenta’ is a very hardy Primrose with unusual, oak leaf-shaped foliage. DIsplays an upright clump of vivid magenta flowers with a yellow eye in early Spring. This is an evergreen plant. Oakleaf Primrose prefers the cool weather season. They are easy to grow in any well-drained soil with the occasional feeding. Excellent for borders, cut flowers and containers.