Candelabra Primula
Primula japonica
Also known as
Japanese Cowslip, Japanese Primrose
Primula japonica 02 by Meneerke bloem (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
8a
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Candelabra Primula Overview
Primula japonica is a perennial species in the primrose family, Primulaceae. Tolerant of wet soil, it is ideal for planting next to a pondside or in boggy areas. They are beautiful and eye-catching with its bright pink flowers on tall stems. Foliage is light green and the leaves have a crinkled texture.
Common problems with Candelabra Primula
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How to propagate Candelabra Primula
Seed
You can propagate from seed in the spring, early summer or autumn.
Cuttings
By division or from root cuttings.
Division
Special features of Candelabra Primula
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Candelabra Primula
Mixed bed, border, fragrance, borders, Rock-gardens.