Re: Primroses

Hi Cindy,
    It is probably not a question of hardiness. My best guess is you have a
polyanthus of some strain. Exactly what parentage the stain you purchased has.. I
don't have the foggiest. I am sure they will have some hardy genes. Worth a try on
placing them outside. You state you have had success in the past.
    They are, however, bred for pot culture, not the garden as such, or intended
to be used long term perennials. The big killer would not be the cold, but
allowing them to dry out in the heat of summer. In the garden give them loose
organic soil, keep them moist but not wet, and feed often with a weak strength
fertilizer.  Shade, of course. Divide and discard the old about ever 3rd or 4th
year.
    Gene Bush     Southern Indiana    Zone 6a     Munchkin Nursery
          around the woods - around the world
genebush@otherside.com     http://www.munchkinnursery.com

----- Original Message -----
From: Cindy Johnson <Cidjohnson@AOL.COM>
Subject: Re: [SG] Primroses


> I just bought 4 pots of "Primula assorted" at the grocery store because they
> were so bright and cheery and because  a couple others that I bought at this
> same store several years ago are actually still living outside in the garden.
>  Can someone tell me just what kind these might be?
>
> Thanks,
> Cindy Johnson
> White Bear Lake, MN
> zone 4a
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