Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Primulaceae

Genus:

Primula

Species:

Primula tetrandra

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, Utah

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cool, shaded environments

Germination Information