Belarina® 'Nectarine' Primrose (Primula)
Perennial
- Colorful and charming flowers for shade gardens. data-mce-fragment="1">
- Easy to grow perennial.
- Blooms in late winter/early spring. data-mce-fragment="1">
- Great for container gardening.
- Zones 4-8, shade to part sun, 8" tall x 12" wide at maturity.
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Patent #: PP 16365
Common name: Primrose
Zone: 4 - 8
Sun exposure: Part sun to shade
Height x width: 8" x 12"
Flower color: Nectarine
Foliage color: Green
Season of Interest: Late Winter/Early Spring
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Rare & unusual, rabbit resistant, heat tolerant, ground covers, deer resistant, container plants, cold tolerant, best for beginners
Uses: Container gardening, cottage gardening, edging, ground cover, massing, ornamental, woodland
How to Grow
Light: Partial sun to shade -- Primula will benefit from dappled sun exposure; afternoon shade is imperative in hot summers.
Water: Plants will go dormant in hot, dry summer weather unless they are kept well-watered. Mulching will help the soil retain moisture.
Spacing: 12 inches
Fertilizing: apply a granular garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: A good 2-3" layer of shredded bark is recommended. Check plants in late winter and remove any ice or snow lingering in the rosette to minimize risk of rot.
Maintenance & Pruning: These also make excellent container plants - grow in a pot or windowbox during the spring and then plant in the garden when you turn your containers over to summer annuals.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
Amazing plant
The Primrose arrived as a big healthy rootbound plant. I repotted it into an 8 inch pot immediately and put it in the shade. It had a whole bunch of yellow flowers which earned a compliment. Unfortunately the shipping disturbed the bloom cycle, which stunted the flowers. They had a ring of peach color around the edges & I'm looking forward to next time. I recommend this plant.
Belarina® 'Nectarine' Primrose
Love my little Nectarine Primrose! It arrived safely and I planted it right away. It's had several new blooms since I've planted it. Can't wait to see what it looks like next year!
Arrived healthy, planted in shade garden, doing great and still flowering.
Do they winter well in pots, under porch cover, close to house…protected from snow/freezing rain?
Primroses make excellent container plants! Make sure it gets the light and water it needs over the winter and it should do well in a protected area.
what zone is Dallas, Texas?
Dallas, Texas is zone 8. This primrose is rated to zone 8 meaning it will grow in Dallas, just keep an eye on it when it gets hot. It may require more water and be planted in a shadier location.
when should you transplant Primrose?
If you're transplanting primrose that are already growing in your landscape, we recommend waiting until they've finished flowering in spring. However, if you're order them from us, you can plant them in spring, fall, or anytime they arrive! Keep in mind, they need plenty of water after transplanting.
What is the lenght of blooming period and do they die back once blooming is over.
Belarina primroses bloom from April-June and will go dormant in hot, dry summer weather unless they are kept well-watered. We recommend mulching to help the soil retain moisture.