Japanese Primrose ‘Miller’s Crimson’
Family: Primulaceae (Primrose Family)
· Hardiness Zones: 4-8
· Height: 18 inches
· Spread: 1-2 feet
· Bloom Time: May to July
· Bloom: whorls of solid crimson 1 inch flowers on spikes
· Light: part shade
· Soil: best in organically rich, moist, well-drained soil
· Moisture: moist; even moisture
· Use: shade or woodland garden, stream-sides; attracts bees and butterflies
· Care: low maintenance; cut back after flowering; benefits from winter mulch; clumps can be easily divided in spring
· Concerns: no serious insect or disease problems
· Native to: Japan
· Notes: basal rosette of lettuce-like, pale-green crinkly leaves; deer resistant
· Supplier: The Flower Factory
· Teaching Garden Location & Code: Shade Garden F201
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