About
A clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with rosettes of oblong to ovate, mid-green leaves and upright stems bearing nodding, red-edged, orange-yellow flowers in spring.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Clay, Chalk
Soil pHNeutral, Acid, Alkaline
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, West-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but free draining soil in partial shade.
PruningNo pruning required, but any old or faded leaves can be removed if necessary
PropagationPropagate by seed or division
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to some slug damage on new growth.
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to grey moulds in damp or overcrowded situations.