Primula ‘Wanda’ (Primrose)

Noted for its creeping habit, Primula ‘Wanda’ is a compact, semi-evergreen perennial bearing masses of vibrant magenta flowers adorned with contrasting yellow eyes. Borne in loose clusters, they bloom profusely from early to late spring and rise on sturdy stems above a compact rosette of bright green leaves. This hybrid primrose spreads by creeping rhizomes to form small, attractive clumps. Perfect for the rock garden.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
• Grows up to 3-6 in. tall and wide (7-15 cm).
• A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in humus-rich, moderately fertile, consistently moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun in cool summer regions.
• This plant is very versatile and can be used in beds and borders, in cottage gardens, city gardens, near ponds, and streams, or in containers. Perfect for edging or underplanting shrubs and roses.
• A low-maintenance plant (cut back after flowering). Watch out for pests such as aphids, vine weevils, slugs, leaf and bud eelworms, leaf-mining flies, and glasshouse red spider mites. May be subject to leaf spot, primula brown core, and gray molds.
• Propagate by seed or division in autumn and early spring.