Primula incana
Primula incana
Silvery primrose is a charming alpine native producing delicate lavender-pink flowers above rosettes of mealy, silver-dusted foliage in moist meadow and subalpine conditions. Plant in partial shade with consistently moist, humus-rich soil and provide good air circulation to prevent crown rot. It is best suited to rock gardens or naturalistic alpine plantings in cool climates.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 12″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Keep Soil Evenly Moist, Especially During The Growing Season; Do Not Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 8″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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