Primula Zebra Blue (Polyanthus Primrose)
A real showstopper, Primula ‘Zebra Blue’ (Polyanthus Primrose) is a compact perennial producing large, blue and white striped flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm), adorned with a bright yellow heart. Blooming over a long flowering period, from late winter to late spring, they stand out beautifully against the rosette of lance-shaped, dark green leaves. Easy to grow, this primula acaulis looks great in borders or in containers.
A real showstopper, Primula 'Zebra Blue' (Polyanthus Primrose) is a compact perennial producing large, blue, and white striped flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm), adorned with a bright yellow heart. Blooming over a long flowering period, from late winter to late spring, they stand out beautifully against the rosette of lance-shaped, dark green leaves. Easy to grow, this primula acaulis looks great in borders or in containers.
- Grows up to 6-8 in. tall (15-20 cm) and 8-10 in. wide (20-25 cm).
- A part shade lover, it is best grown in humus-rich, moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils.
- A versatile primrose that can be used in beds and borders, in cottage gardens, city gardens, or in containers. Perfect for underplanting shrubs and roses.
- Deadhead after flowering. Watch out for pests such as aphids, leafhoppers, vine weevil, slugs, and glasshouse red spider mites. May be subject to gray molds.
- Propagate by seed or division in autumn and early spring
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4 – 8 |
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| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Primula – Primroses |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Winter |
| Height | 6" – 8" (15cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 8" – 10" (20cm – 25cm) |
| Spacing | 10″ (25cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |