English Primrose

Common name

English Primrose

Botanical name

Primula vulgaris

Variety

na

Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).

Light

Part sun

Height

6-8" (15-20 cm)

Habit

Clumping

Feed

Use all-purpose

Water

Weekly during dry spells

Bloom Time

Spring

Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

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About

Fragrant flowers carpet the spring garden with vibrant color, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Wonderful in woodland settings, along walkways or at water's edge. Best in a rich, moist, organic or clay soil. May go dormant in hot, dry summers.

Companion Plants

Fountain Grass

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