Candelabra Primula. Masses of flowers produced in whorls on tall flower stems. Very effective when grown by a stream or in a bog garden. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula Candelabra Hybrids (4)
Masses of flowers produced in whorls on tall flower stems. Very effective when grown by a stream or in a bog garden.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | Candelabra Hybrids (4) |
| Common Name | Candelabra Primula |
| Flower Colour | red, orange, pink, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile, Light, Acidic |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Dead head after flowering |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Vine weevils, Aphids, Botrytis |
| Maintenance | Feed, Mulch, Divide every 3 years |
| Propagation | Division |
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