Sweet Apricot primrose
Primula vulgaris 'Sweet Apricot'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
Size4 to 8 inches tall8 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom color
- Orange
Notes
'Sweet Apricot' primrose (Primula vulgaris 'Sweet Apricot') 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. Fully double, ruffled, apricot flowers sit above compact, bright green leaves. The blooms are fragrant and last a long time. It returns each spring and grows bigger and fuller each year.
Pairs well with White Feather hosta, Ostrich fern, and Gladiator ornamental onion.