A tight cushion with evergreen rosettes of grey-green leaves and clusters of deep crimson flowers with a white eye in spring. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 10cm to 15cm. Flowers March to May. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula allionii ‘Crowsley Variety’
A tight cushion with evergreen rosettes of grey-green leaves and clusters of deep crimson flowers with a white eye in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| Species | allionii |
| Varietry | 'Crowsley Variety' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | crimson |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 10cm, 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | March, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep just moist in winter |
| Border | Alpine house, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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