An alpine primula with evergreen rosettes of leathery green leaves and clusters of deep lavender flowers in spring. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 10cm to 20cm. Flowers March to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula marginata ‘Kesselring’s Variety’
An alpine primula with evergreen rosettes of leathery green leaves and clusters of deep lavender flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| Species | marginata |
| Varietry | 'Kesselring's Variety' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | lavender |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 15cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 10cm, 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Alpine house, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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