Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Primulaceae

Genus:

Primula

Species:

Primula alcalina

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Montana

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

alkaline, moist, well-drained soil

pH:

6.5 - 7.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to alkaline wetlands and fens

Germination Information