BELARINA® VALENTINE PRIMROSE
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BELARINA® VALENTINE PRIMROSE
Primula vulgaris
'Kerbelred'
PP24691 Plant Propagation Prohibited
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(SKU: 20825)
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List Price $25.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 4-8 · Mature Height: 5-8 Inches · Mature Spread: 10-12 Inches
Love blooms at first sight when BELARINA® Valentine Primrose opens its flowers each spring. Rich scarlet-red double blossoms rise above a tidy mound of rich green foliage, creating a dazzling display that rivals miniature roses. Every bloom is packed with layers of ruffled petals, giving this Primrose an elegant character that instantly brightens shaded spaces. Its rich color stands out beautifully beneath trees, along woodland paths, or tucked into the front of perennial borders where early-season flowers are especially treasured. Unlike many spring bloomers that fade quickly, BELARINA® Valentine Primrose continues producing flowers over an extended season thanks to its sterile blooms. The lightly fragrant flowers are enjoyed by gardeners and bees alike, making this variety beneficial as well as beautiful. Its compact habit makes it ideal for edging garden beds or weaving among other shade-loving perennials without disturbing neighboring plants. Create an eye-catching display that looks polished and effortlessly natural. BELARINA® Valentine Primrose flourishes in consistently moist, fertile soil and prefers part shade to full shade throughout USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8. It combines well with other full shade perennials such as ferns, hostas, hellebores, bleeding hearts, and lungwort to create layered spring interest filled with texture and color. Whether you're designing a classic cottage garden, enhancing a shaded border, or creating a woodland grove, BELARINA® Valentine offers dependable performance, longer blooms, and captivating springtime beauty.
BELARINA® VALENTINE PRIMROSE Plant Characteristics
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Low Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Flower Type*
| • | Double Blooming |
Growth Habit*
| • | Compact Growing |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Nature Assets*
| • | Attracts Bees |
Plant Type*
| • | Perennial |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Wet Areas |
| • | Average |
| • | Moist |
| • | Prefers Wet or Boggy Soils |
Uses*
| • | Accent Plant |
| • | Border Plant |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Erosion Control |
| • | Groundcover |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Near Water Gardens or Ponds |
| • | Rain Garden |
| • | Understory Planting |
| • | Flowering |
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BELARINA® VALENTINE PRIMROSE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Recommended Soil
- Plant in fertile, humus-rich soil that remains evenly moist while providing good drainage.
- Incorporate compost or organic matter to improve moisture retention and soil structure.
- Adaptable to slightly acidic, neutral, or mildly alkaline soils.
- Avoid sites where water remains standing for extended periods.
Sun Exposure
- Thrives in part shade with filtered sunlight or gentle morning sun.
- Performs exceptionally well beneath deciduous trees and in woodland settings.
- Protect foliage and flowers from prolonged hot afternoon sun.
- Cool spring temperatures help maximize bloom duration and flower quality.
Irrigation Needs
- Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and flowering.
- Water deeply during dry spells to support the shallow root system.
- Apply mulch to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures.
- Do not allow soil to remain excessively dry while plants are blooming.
Feeding & Nutrients
- Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer as new growth emerges in spring.
- Top-dress annually with compost to encourage healthy foliage and abundant flowers.
- Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may reduce flowering performance.
- Healthy organic soil supports reliable blooms year after year.
Pruning & Maintenance
- Remove spent flowers regularly to keep plants tidy and encourage continued blooming.
- Trim away damaged or winter-worn foliage as fresh growth appears.
- Divide mature clumps every few years after flowering to maintain vigor.
- Provide consistent moisture during warmer months to minimize summer dormancy.
Family: Primulaceae · Common Name: Primrose
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About BELARINA® VALENTINE PRIMROSE
A Rose Without the Thorns: The densely layered blooms of BELARINA® Valentine closely resemble miniature roses, giving spring gardens a luxurious look long before most roses begin to flower.
Bred for Longer Beauty: As part of the celebrated BELARINA® Series, this selection was developed with sterile flowers, allowing it to produce an exceptionally long succession of blooms throughout the spring season.
A Garden with History: Primroses have been cultivated in European gardens for hundreds of years and were treasured in Victorian landscapes as symbols of affection, youth, and new beginnings.
Early Season Lifeline: The vivid scarlet flowers provide valuable nectar for bees emerging after winter, helping support beneficial pollinators when floral resources are still relatively scarce.
Beautiful Color Pairings: The rich red blossoms create striking combinations with blue woodland phlox, silver-brushed brunnera, chartreuse Japanese forest grass, and the elegant blooms of hellebores for an unforgettable spring display.
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