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Primula


Cowichan Garnet Group Primrose




Origin:  Bred by American breeder, Florence Bellis (1906-1987).
Family
Primulaceae
Genus
Primula
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, snails, slugs, rust and leaf spots.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Flower Description
Extremely dark coloured flowers of garnet and deep ruby-red.
Propagation
Division every 3rd - 4th year will keep plants vigourous. Split in autumn or immediately after flowering.
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