Miller's Crimson Japanese primrose
Primula japonica 'Millers Crimson'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
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Notes
'Miller's Crimson' Japanese primrose (Primula japonica 'Miller's Crimson') is a perennial for borders and low maintenance beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist, loamy soil. It is not a favorite of deer, though hungry deer will eat almost anything. The deep, almost true red flowers open in spring and again in summer. Plant it in colonies for a great show.
Pairs well with Japanese iris, Siebold's hosta, and Siberian bugloss.