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Primula Obconica
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Clump forming plants with heads of flowers on tall stems during winter and spring. They require a cool, moist position with protection from frosts. Contact with foliage may cause irritation, although the ėLibreķ series have been bred to eliminate the allergen primin.
Timing:
Plant in autumn and winter to flower in late winter and spring. Will flower 10-12 weeks after planting.
Positioning:
Semi-shade. Winter sun is preferable.
Height:
15-30cm
Planting Distance:
15-25cm
Colour:
Mixes and separates of a wide range, including, blue, lavender pink, salmon, magenta, orange, apricot, white.
Use:
Mass displays, borders, potted colour and short term indoor colour.
