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Primula elatior |
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Common name |
oxlip |
Family |
primulaceae |
Life cycle |
perennial (Z5-9) |
Flowers |
yellow (spring) |
Size |
10-12" |
Light |
sun-part shade |
Cultural notes |
prefers humus-rich soil, good drainage |
Fragrant soft yellow flowers held above a rosette of mid-green leaves. More heat- and drought-tolerant than most primulas, but probably best suited to part shade in our climate.
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