Candy Frost primrose

Primula vulgaris 'Candy Frost'

PerennialPrimulaceae

Candy Frost primrose
Fragrant
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
Size4 to 8 inches tall8 to 12 inches wide
Bloom color
Pink

Notes

'Candy Frost' primrose (Primula vulgaris 'Candy Frost') is a perennial for containers, borders, woodland gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade. The fully double, ruffled flowers are pink and white and smell fresh. They sit above compact, bright green leaves. It returns each spring and gets bigger and fuller every year.

Pairs well with White Feather hosta, Toad lily, and Rouge Cardinal clematis.

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