Overview
Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Primula, part of the Primulaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4, H5, H6, H7. Suggested uses include borders, containers, woodland gardens, rock gardens, bedding, wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, coastal gardens and cottage gardens.
About
Primula 'Lindum Countess' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Primula genus, known for its semi-evergreen foliage and upright stems bearing salver-shaped or bell-shaped flowers. As a perennial plant, it thrives in fertile, well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects, it is hardy across a range of UK zones from H4 to H7. This cultivar is ideal for borders, containers, woodland and rock gardens, as well as wildflower meadows and coastal or cottage gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
About the genus
Primula is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Primulaceae. They include the primrose, a familiar wildflower of banks and verges. Other common species are P.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Primula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4, H5, H6, H7
Plant details
Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers, Woodland gardens, Rock gardens, Bedding, Wildflower meadows, Wildlife gardens, Coastal gardens, Cottage gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au)
- Propagation
- Seed, Root basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Vine weevil, Slugs, Leaf and bud eelworms, Leaf-mining flies, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Leaf spot, Grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au)?
Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) need?
Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) hardy in the UK?
Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Primula 'Lindum Countess' (Au)?
Seed, Root basal cuttings.
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- Primula burmanica
- Primula denticulatadrumstick primula
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