About
Primula chungensis (Pf) is a vigorous, rosette-forming, deciduous candelabra primula with mid-green leaves to 30 cm. In early summer it produces whorls of up to twelve scented, pale-orange flowers with red tubes. A rewarding and ornamental candelabra primula for a cool, moist, humus-rich, semi-shaded border.
About the genus
Primula are herbaceous or semi-evergreen perennials forming basal rosettes of simple leaves, with salver-shaped or bell-shaped flowers borne singly or in umbels or whorls on upright stems. A vast genus ranging from tiny alpines to large candelabra and Asiatic border plants.
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeLoam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectWest-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Bogs
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Native toChina, Tibet
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in partial shade, in deep, humus-rich, moist, neutral to acid loam soil, or naturally peaty soil. Tolerates full sun if soil remains moist at all times
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in an open frame, as soon as ripe or in late winter or early spring. Divide between autumn and early spring. Root basal cutting or offsets in autumn or early spring. Take root cuttings when dormant in winter
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, leaf hoppers, vine weevil, slugs
Disease resistanceMay suffer from a virus, primula brown core and grey mould (botrytis)