A perennial with small rosettes of green leaves covered in white farinose. Small deep violet bell-shaped flowers in rounded flatened heads on short stout stems from mid to late summer. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 15cm to 20cm. Flowers July to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula capitata
A perennial with small rosettes of green leaves covered in white farinose. Small deep violet bell-shaped flowers in rounded flatened heads on short stout stems from mid to late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| Species | capitata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | violet |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 20cm, 30cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm, 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Peat garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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