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Primula vialii

Primula vialii

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Vial's primrosePerennial, EvergreenFamily: Primulaceae

Height: 50cmSpread: 30cm
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Acidic / Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Primula vialii is a very striking plant, bearing upright poker-shaped, red-tipped lilac-pink flowers in early and midsummer. It's perfect for growing in a partially shaded or woodland border, especially in poorly drained soil. It works well when planted among ferns and hostas. It can also be planted en masse in bog gardens or at the pond edge – make sure the soil stays moist to compensate for the lack of shade in these situations.

For best results grow Primula vialii in moist soil in partial shade. Divide large clumps after flowering.

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Primula ‘Vialii’ and wildlife

Primula ‘Vialii’ is known for attracting bees and butterflies/moths. 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 known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Primula ‘Vialii’ poisonous?

Primula ‘Vialii’ can be toxic.

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