Special strain provides a
captivating show of color from
early spring through early
summer. Mounds of deep green
foliage come alive with masses
of flowers in shades of red,
pink, purple, yellow or white.
8-12" tall, 10-12" spread.
Exceptionally hardy and
carefree. Multiplies rapidly.
Primula x polyanthus Elite
Hybrids
Zones: 3-8
- Shipped in 3" pot - Partial shade to Full shade - Deer tend to avoid
Product Details
Botanical Name: Primula x polyanthus Elite Hybrids
Form: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Shade/Partial Shade
Height/Habit: 6 - 12"
Spread: 10 - 12"
Spacing: 10 - 12"
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8 (-30 degrees F)
Foliage Type: Forms basal rosettes of oval to lance shaped leaves that are medium green.
Flower Form: 2 1/2 - 3" flowers form terminal clusters 6-8" across with a yellow center.
Flower Color: Multiple colors that include red, pink, yellow, purple, white or orange.
Flowering Date: Early spring to early summer.
Planting Requirements: Set at same depth as it is growing in the container. Firm soil and water thoroughly.
Soil Requirements: Deep rich, humus enriched soil that is moisture retentive
Growth Rate: Moderate
Unique Characteristics: The large prolific clusters of blooms. One of the most colorful perennials for shady sites.
Pruning: Not necessary
Additional Information: If planted in too dense of shade will not flower properly.
These held very true to the description for us. Cute as can be, and make you smile knowing that spring must be here! By the way, ours are in sun and doing fine.
- Tuesday, May 05, 2009
..but not bunny resistant.
Reviewed By:
Bronwyn (Chicago, IL)
I had to wait to plant until the plants for the back of the bed arrived. Primroses did wonderful in their packaging for 9 days (wantered them of course). I bought them for their deer/rabbit resistance. They're in the ground and growing, but the bunnies are eating the leaves. No flowers yet, so we'll see how they do through the spring.
- Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Awesome!
Reviewed By:
KT (Napa, California)
These are the best! They grew larger than any other primrose's I have in my garden purchased from other vendors!
- Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Very Hardy
Reviewed By:
Alana (Waterloo, NY)
These plants are definitely hardy in zone 5. We had several nights below zero this winter and all three are growing. Two even have flowers. They seem to like my shady clay soil.
- Sunday, March 15, 2009
primrose and forget it
Reviewed By:
darla (roy, utah)
living in a zone where spring and early summer can last for 4-5 months. The non persnicity primrose is a dream. They don't like direct sun, but love shade and alot of water. They need to remain very moist at all times. A high grade of soil will only pay off with beautiful blooms. Keep the frost off with night covers on the occastional cool night.Great for early spring indoor window sills. I line all my kitchen windows from March till May. Hardy and always a joy.
