Japanese Primrose, Candelabra Primrose, Candelabra Primula, Japanese Cowslip
Robust and vigorous, Primula japonica, commonly known as Japanese Primrose, is a deciduous perennial with attractive whorls of flowers in shades of white, soft to deep pink, purple, or red. They are spaced at intervals along upright stems and rise above basal rosettes of lettuce-like, bright green leaves. Native to Japan, this perennial thrives in damp, shady environments where it brings its brightly colored blossoms in late spring to early summer. Plant in groups or drifts with hostas, ferns, and iris in damp open woodlands next to streams and ponds.
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Primulaceae |
Genus | Primula |
Common names | Primrose |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 10" - 18" (25cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Ponds And Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Primulaceae |
Genus | Primula |
Common names | Primrose |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 10" - 18" (25cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Ponds And Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Primula japonica (Japanese Primrose) do I need for my garden?
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