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Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle

Soil

Acidic / Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Primula prolifera is a native of the Himalayas and an elegant candelabra primrose producing tall stems bearing bright yellow flowers, in late spring and early summer.

As one of the tallest candelabra primula species, Primula prolifera makes a bold addition to a bog garden or planted near a pond or stream. Its leaves are evergreen, helping to add a dash of extra colour in the winter months. Will gently self-seed if growing in favourable conditions.

For best results, grow Primula prolifera in full sun or partial shade in consistently moist soil. Primula prolifera holds the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

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Primula and wildlife

Primula is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Primula poisonous?

Primula causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.

Toxic to:
Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract Horses
Horses
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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