Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'
Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'

Primula capitata 'Noverna Deep Blue'

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Round-Headed Himalayan Primrose

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Primulaceae

Height

15 - 20 cm​

Flower colour

violet

Flowering time

August

Foliage colour

green with farina

Sunlight

sun

Soil

well drained, gritty

pH

acid - neutral

Hardiness

tender

Plant range

garden variety, the species is native to SE-Tibet and Bhutan

Primula, is a very large genus of around 500 species in the primrose family, Primulaceae. The genus has a wide distribution, but the majority, about half the species, are native to the Himalayas. They grow in varied habitats, some are excellent rock garden plants, while others thrive in deep, fertile soil in semi-shade. The majority is not drought tolerant.

Propagation:


Division in spring or fall.


Seed - sown in January - March.

Seed not covered and stored at 20°C (68°F) until germination.

Tender. Might survive winter with winter protection.

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