Primula vulgaris 'Blue Ripple' | USDA Zone: 4-8 |
Blue Ripples Primrose features delicate clusters of violet star-shaped flowers with white overtones and white edges at the ends of the stems from early to late spring. Its crinkled oval leaves remain green in colour throughout the year. Perfect for spring containers!
An outstanding selection from a refined series, with large, fragrant, violet and white double flowers with white edges; compact mounded, green foliage; hardy and prefers sheltered shaded areas and moist soil.
Blue Ripples Primrose is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
BELARINA® Series
Bloom Time: Spring
Bee Friendly
Small or Miniature
Common Name: English Primrose, Primrose, Primula
Key Feature
|
Light Needs | Landscape Uses |
|
|
|
More About Belarina® Blue Ripples Primula |
Height: 5-8 inches |
Spread: 8-10 inches |
Flower Colour: Violet / White Shades |
Primroses does best in partial shade to shade. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth, but will die in standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in both summer and winter to conserve soil moisture and protect it in exposed locations. Primroses will produce dazzling flowers each spring if they are well-maintained. Ideally, they should be planted in boggy areas, perhaps near bodies of water, where their shallow roots will not dry out. Plants will go dormant in hot, dry summer weather unless they are kept well-watered. Though they are fully hardy in the North, primroses need protective insulation such as snow cover in the late winter months so they are not lost to late hard freezes. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |