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PRIMULA denticulata alba
Commonly known as Drumstick primrose
OTHER PRIMULAS
Good white form
(UK Delivery Only)
£12.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £11.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Thrives in consistently moist soil at bog edges and near streams and water. Not suitable for standing in water -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mite, vine weevil, slugs, viruses, grey mould(Botrytis) -
Place of origin
Afghanistan to south-eastern Tibet, Burma, China. -
DeciduousOblong or spoon-shaped mid-green leaves to 25cm (10in) long
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White
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TubularTubular or bell-shaped flowers to 2cm (¾in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height
20-30cm (8-12in) -
Spread
25-45cm (10-18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Robust, rosette-forming perennial. Produces flowers in crowded, spherical umbels
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size20-30cm (8-12in)
25-45cm (10-18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soilRequires deep, humus-rich soil.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
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