Drumstick Primula (Primula denticulata ) | Perennials | Plants

Drumstick Primula

Primula denticulata

Common Name: Drumstick Primula
Genus: Primula
Species: denticulata

The word Primula is derived from the Latin term Primus meaning first and refers to how plants in this Genus usually flower in early Spring, being amongst the first plants to flower in the year.

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Category: Perennials

Height: 0.35 m (35 cm)
Spread: 0.35 m (35 cm)

Hardiness: Hardy
Growth Rate: Average
Flowering Period: May and June
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Purple, Red, White
Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade
Soil Type: Normal/Loam
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained

This deciduous perennial flowers during spring and early summer. The flowers are formed in large round, clusters on the end of long, upright flower stalks. The stalk and flower clusters together therefore resemble drumsticks. Flower colour is dependant on variety; purples, reds and whites are available. Light green leaves form around the base of the flower stalks.