Candelabra Primrose

A low clump forming semi-evergreen hybrid perennial. Stunning pastel shades of pink, mauve, salmon, orange, yellow and purple appear in April to May layered in swirling tiers above the low green leaf rosettes. Attractive to both bees and butterflies. Primula bulleesiana is easy to grow in any moist soil and partial shade. It will also tolerate full sun in very moist ground. Candelabra Primrose are ideal for moist woodland gardens mixed in with ferns or other Candelabras. They can also be used as marginals in the water garden and make gorgeous edging in the bog garden.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Most moist to poorly drained, including peaty
Position: Part shade to full sun
Season of Interest: Semi-evergreen. Pink, mauve, salmon, orange, yellow and purple flowers April to May
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 3ft (1m) Spread: 1.5ft (0.45m)