Fairy Or Baby Primrose
Primula Malacoides
Overview
Primula malacoides, known as Fairy or Baby Primrose, is a delicate perennial reaching 10-12 inches in height. It displays layered tiers of dainty flowers, in pink, white, or lavender hues atop slender stems, blooming early winter through spring. Preferring partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, it excels as an understory planting in zones 4-8. Its compact habit and charming blossoms provide a whimsical touch to woodland gardens and borders.
Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Type Annual, Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Half, Shade
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Annual, Perennial
- Family
- Primulaceae
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