{"product_id":"primula-zebra-blue","title":"Primula 'Zebra Blue'","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e(Mature Size: 6\"T x 8\"W)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e(NEW For 2027!)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrimrose ‘Zebra Blue’ features striking white petals streaked with violet-blue and accented by bright yellow centers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts large, slightly fragrant flowers appear from mid-spring to early summer and attract pollinators.If conditions are favorable, they may bloom again in the fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe plant is well suited to woodland borders, shaded paths, containers, and garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCompact clumps grow about 6 inches tall and 8 inches wide, with flower clusters held just above the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in moist, well-drained soil rich in humus and organic matter, such as compost and leaf mold. Free drainage is essential because waterlogged soil can cause root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist and the roots cool. Established plants tolerate brief dry periods but do not thrive in chronically dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright or partial shade, morning sun with afternoon shade, or only a few hours of direct sunlight. Deciduous shade is preferable to evergreen shade because it allows the plants to benefit from winter sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e These frost-hardy primroses tolerate cold weather, but harsh sun and heat may cause the leaves to wilt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor a colorful container, pair ‘Zebra Blue’ with a small yellow hosta, such as ‘Curly Fries’ or ‘Wiggles and Squiggles,’ and an orange Heuchera. Place the container in bright sun during spring, then move it to a shadier location as temperatures rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants will go dormant in hot, dry summer weather unless they are kept well-watered. Though they are fully hardy in the North, primroses need protective insulation such as snow cover in the late winter months so they are not lost to late hard freezes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardy to zones 4-8.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat's My Zone?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Violet and White Striped Flowers in Spring \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize: \u003c\/b\u003e6 inches tall by 8 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eType: \u003c\/b\u003eHosta Companion Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Sizes:\u003c\/b\u003e XL 65mm Elle Plug\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Hampshire Hostas","offers":[{"title":"XL 65mm Elle Plug","offer_id":67670656614650,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/7797\/7850\/files\/Primula-acaulis-Zebra-BlueShop.jpg?v=1791459968","url":"https:\/\/nhhostas.com\/products\/primula-zebra-blue","provider":"NH Hostas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}