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.
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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