Primula vulgaris (Primrose)

Harbinger of spring, Primula vulgaris (Primrose) is a compact, semi-evergreen perennial bearing masses of scented, pale yellow flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), adorned with a deep yellow heart from late winter to mid-spring. The luminous blossoms are borne above a rosette of oval, toothed, bright green leaves. Easy to grow, this wild primrose readily self-seeds, turning the ground into a carpet of stunning yellow. Perfect for naturalized areas, cottages, or woodland gardens.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
• Grows up to 4-6 in. tall (10-15 cm) and 4-9 in. wide (10-22 cm).
• A part shade lover, it is best grown in humus-rich, moderately fertile, consistently moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun in cool summer regions.
• This plant is very versatile and can be used in beds and borders, in cottage gardens, rock gardens, naturalized areas, or in containers.
• Watch out for pests such as aphids, vine weevils, slugs, leaf and bud eelworms, leaf-mining flies, and glasshouse red spider mites. May be subject to leaf spots, primula brown core, and gray molds.
• To be sown from fall onwards. Established plants should be planted in early fall. Propagate by seed or root basal cuttings.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
• Native to Southern and Western Europe