Primrose 'Oakland Blue' (Primula)

Primula 'Oakland Blue'

Overview

Uses: Woodland borders, shade gardens, path edges, spring containers, and naturalized drifts near water features.

Benefits: Luminous blue-violet blooms in late spring; elegant, oak-leaf textured foliage; excellent for brightening part shade; long-lived clumps with reliable spring color; pollinator friendly; typically deer resistant.

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 – 8

Sun: Partial Sun/Shade (morning sun, afternoon shade ideal)

Life Cycle: Perennial

Mature Height: 8" – 12"

Mature Width: 8" – 12"

Bloom Season: Late Spring to Early Summer

Growth Rate: Moderate

Summary

Cool blue blooms that make shady beds sparkle each spring.

Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ delivers clear blue-violet flowers held in airy clusters above attractive, oak-leaf textured foliage—an easy way to add refined color to pathways and part-shade borders just as the garden wakes up. Compact and clump-forming, it tucks neatly among ferns, hostas, and early perennials, drawing bees while providing a soft, woodland vibe.

This primrose thrives where many spring flowers struggle: dappled light, evenly moist soil, and protection from harsh afternoon sun. Plant in groups for a carpet of bloom, slip a few into a spring container, or naturalize along a shaded edge for a graceful, cottage-garden look that returns year after year.

Care

Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ Care

Grow in humus-rich, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist—never waterlogged. Provide morning sun with afternoon shade, or bright open shade. Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and cool roots; avoid heavy summer drought. Deadhead after peak bloom to tidy plants and encourage a longer display.

Every 2–3 years, divide crowded clumps in early fall or very early spring to refresh vigor and expand your planting. Feed lightly in early spring with a slow release fertilizer for steady growth without soft, floppy foliage.

Size

Size of Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ for Sale Online

Your plant ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot, appropriately sized for its container and current growth stage. For specific pot sizes or project needs, contact us.

Size of Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ When Mature

Expect compact clumps about 8" – 12" tall and 8" – 12" wide at maturity.

Additional Information

What is the botanical name of Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’?

Its botanical name is Primula 'Oakland Blue'.

Is Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ deer resistant?

Yes—primroses are typically unpalatable to deer and are seldom bothered in average gardens.

Does Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ work in containers?

Yes—excellent for spring containers in bright, indirect light. Keep potting mix evenly moist and move to a cooler, shaded spot as temperatures rise.

Will Primrose ‘Oakland Blue’ reseed?

It can self-seed modestly in favorable conditions. To keep plantings tidy, remove spent flower heads before seed ripens; to encourage naturalizing, allow some seed to mature.