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Primula

'Desert Sunset'


Barnhaven Desert Sunset Primrose




Origin:  Bred by American breeder, Florence Bellis (1906-1987).
Family
Primulaceae
Genus
Primula
Cultivar
'Desert Sunset'
Category
Perennials
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MarchAprilMay
Landscape
Borders and containers.
Cultivation
Well drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Vine weevil grubs, slugs, snails, rust and leaf spots.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Flower Description
Beautiful full flowers, pale and dark orange.
Propagation
Division every 3rd - 4th year will keep plants vigourous. Split in autumn or immediately after flowering.
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