Genus: Primula

Common Names: various

Description coming soon.

Distribution: widespread, mostly in the Northern Hemisphere

Primula 'Garnet Cowichan'

Common name(s): garnet Cowichan primrose

Description: perennial; a polyanthus seed strain introduced by Barnhaven Primroses of the U.K. One of our favorite winter bloomers with successions of garnet flowers from as early as November to April. Textured, evergreen foliage often with a flush of bronze.

Height: to 8 in. Spread: to 1 ft.

Position: partial shade and well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, containers

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below