Primula apennina

Primula apennina

Native to:
Italy

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Primulaceae
Genus:
Primula
Species:
Primula apennina

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
21–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on moist medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C 6 wks then 4C 6 wks then slowly raise to 10C 6 wks. Repeat if no germination.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society