Scientific Name
Primula x polyantha
Common Name
Primrose

Characteristics

Season
spring
Height
6-12 inches
Hardiness
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
Flower Color
red, yellow, violet, blue
Soil
cool, moist, high organic matter
Exposure
partial shade
Propagation
division spring, seed
North Carolina Regions
Mountains, Piedmont, Coastal Plain
Comments
Primulas are one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring, and the name "Primula" means "first." Hybrid primroses require a cool climate, and may not perennialize in the coastal plain, where they can be treated as annuals. Some flowers have contrasting colored "eyes" and some are plain. Great as a container plant on decks and at entrances.
Origin
Hybrid origin

Prepared by: orginally by Alice B. Russell, retired Extension Specialist, NC State University
                     maintained and expanded by Erv Evans, Consumer Horticulturist, NC State University

Images: ©Alice B. Russell and Erv Evans

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