Primula obconica


Botanical Information

FamilyPrimulaceae
GenusPrimula
Speciesobconica
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
OriginNative to China.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8a - 9b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-12 - (-4)
Temperature (°F)10 - 25
Height15 - 40 cm
Spread20 - 25 cm
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright and spreading.
LandscapeOrnamental use and greenhouse growing.
PropagationSeed.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Well-drained and moist soil.
Leaf DescriptionRosettes of coarse, hear-shaped leaves with thick stalks that hold the flowers.
Flower DescriptionUmbels of flowers that bloom in late winter and early spring.
Colour DescriptionThe leaves are dark green. The flowers are lavender.
Texture DescriptionHairy-like texture on leaves.

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