Square Bud Primrose, Sundrops
Like a Ray of Sunshine in the Landscape
Square Bud Primrose, also known as “Sundrops” is a beautiful perennial whose bright and sunny color lights up the landscape with blooms all spring, summer and up to the fall.
Native Plant for Central Texas
One of the many Central Texas natives that thrive in our average rainfall, this mounding evergreen plant (native to the Edwards Plateau) , is hardy from full sun to part shade in zones 8-10. Using native plants is so important for the ecosystem and for native pollinators. Introducing plants that are not indigenous to our area can lead to invasive species and a lack of food for native bees, butterflies and birds.
Making an excellent border plant for xeriscape, rock beds, or any low water garden, this deer resistant stunner has interesting, long, narrow foliage that plays well with filtered light and combinations of color. Growing to 1-2’ x 1-2’ with 1.5” bright yellow flowers that cover the whole width of the plant.
Xeriscape doesn’t have to mean rocks and cacti, it means a “dry landscape”. Color can play a major part in the xerophytic garden and adding native plants is a big part of that.
Opposing Colors on the Color Wheel
Remember that placing opposing colors like blue and orange, purple and yellow, and green and red can make colors pop! Yellow is a beautiful color with any combination so don’t be afraid to play with colors in the landscape. Just be sure to balance your colors throughout the space so your landscape looks organic and natural and you’re off to a great start.
Lisa LaPaso
Lisa’s Landscape and Design
”Saving the Planet One Yard at a Time”
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I was gifted one of these at Easter from a friend—I love the little, understated flowers. I am not sure where to put it in the garden yet so is still in its’ pot.
Hi Sandi, It’s a lovely plant in the landscape or as a potted plant. Wherever you keep it, just make sure it doesn’t sit with wet feet and it will do well.