About
A geographical form of Primula egaliksensis from arctic North America, forming a small, delicate rosette of spoon-shaped, mid-green leaves, with a slender stem bearing a small umbel of tiny, lilac-pink flowers in spring. A rare and charming miniature primula for moist, cool, acidic conditions in a peat bed or shaded rock garden.
About the genus
Viola can be annuals, biennials or deciduous or evergreen perennials, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and 5-petalled flowers of characteristic shape
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
Native toE North America
Care notes
CultivationNeeds a well-drained growing medium; thrives in sandy loam. Prefers full sun but will tolerate light shade. Best grown in an alpine house or container
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free, but may be susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids and glasshouse red spider mite
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to crown rot