Primroses provide prolific clusters of blooms and are ideal for gardeners looking for color in shaded beds.
Botanical Name:Primula
Most Popular Colors: Pale pink, bright pink, mauve.
Blooming Season: Midsummer.
Soil Preferences: Hummus-rich, moist soil.
Climate Preferences: Primroses are winter-hardy, but cannot survive very hot summers. They love moist soil ad cool temperatures.
Sun Exposure: Partial shade – primroses will not bloom if planted in deep shade.
Landscaping Tips: Consider locating primroses near other plants that provide shade – under low-growing trees or shrubs. Or, plant near the home to enjoy bunches of bright colored flowers from your door or window!
Planting: Enrich soil with hummus before planting. Plant primroses at the same depth they were growing in containers, and water thoroughly.
Primroses provide prolific clusters of blooms and are ideal for gardeners looking for color in shaded beds.
