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Primula vulgaris 'Red Velvet'

English Primrose

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Item #: 8120

Zones: 5a to 8b

Dormancy: Summer, Fall

Height: 10" tall

Culture: Part Sun to Light Shade

Origin: Europe

Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)


Primula 'Red Velvet' is a selection of the popular P. vulgaris that is topped, starting in late winter with clusters of double red flowers. Expect P. vulgaris to go summer dormant in hot climates, but return in late winter. Average moisture during the summer months results in the best success.