About
A dwarf, tuberous-rooted perennial from rocky, stony habitats in Central Asia with small, pinnately divided, bright green leaves and short, erect stems bearing solitary or few, bright yellow, buttercup-like flowers in spring. A choice and unusual Central Asian Ranunculus for a very well-drained, cool bulb frame or alpine house.
About the genus
Primula are herbaceous or semi-evergreen perennials, forming a basal rosette of simple leaves, with salver-shaped or bell-shaped flowers which may be solitary or carried in an umbel or in whorls on an erect stem
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.