East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front
Shade type:
Damp
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist
Primula beesiana
Candelabra primulas form semi-evergreen rosettes of leaves, from the middle of which appear upright spikes of small flowers grouped in loose, tiered clusters in early summer. Plants are best grown in groups and allowed to self-seed, so don't deadhead after flowering.
Found growing wild in the mountain meadows of China, Primula beesiana is a dramatic sight in summer, especially when grown en masse. Tiers of reddish-pink flowers are held on pale stems above rosettes of lance-shaped leaves. It's a good choice for a damp, woodland garden. For best results grow in moist, acidic to neutral soil, in partial shade.
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Primula and wildlife
Primula is known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
