An alpine with rosettes of mid-green leaves. Short stems of pinkish lilac to reddish purple flowers with a yellow eye in spring. Max Height 5cm to 15cm. Max Spread 10cm to 15cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula frondosa
An alpine with rosettes of mid-green leaves. Short stems of pinkish lilac to reddish purple flowers with a yellow eye in spring.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Primula |
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Species | frondosa |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | lilac, purple |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 5cm, 15cm |
Family | Primulaceae |
Spread | 10cm, 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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