Dark Rosaleen mosquito bills
Primula 'Dark Rosaleen'
RHS AGM 2023
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size4 to 8 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Dark Rosaleen' mosquito bills (Primula 'Dark Rosaleen') is a perennial for ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist soil. Small pink-striped, burgundy-magenta flowers open in early to late spring above crinkled burgundy leaves, and bees visit them. It is not a favorite of rabbits, though hungry rabbits will eat almost anything. Divide it every three years after blooming to keep it strong.
Pairs well with Francee hosta, Bellwort, Autumn crocus, and Silver Parrot tulip.