Primula malacoides
  • Primula malacoides
  • Primula malacoides

Primula malacoides

1964-P
Plant
€5.55
Quantity
Out of stock

Primula malacoides

This is a popular plant for a  heated greenhouse or conservatory. It is an annual plant that is NOT hardy. Please be aware that it can also very allergenic to some people and can cause headaches and rashes. It is described as being a weed  in Yunnan found in cultivated fields.  Despite all this bad press it is a very pretty plant which is also known as the Fairy primrose.  It can also be placed outside after the frost and grown on in a semi-shady spot. Easily raised from seed. 

Culture : greenhouse or indoors 15° - 20°C. Humid atmosphere, and moist soil, keep out of direct sunlight. 


Data sheet

Colour
pink
Flowering period
Early - late spring
Ultimate Height
50 - 60 cm
Hardiness
0°C
Foliage
Deciduous
Position
Partial shade - shade
Moisture
Moist but well-drained
PH
Acid or neutral
Culture
pot, rockery, trough, cold greenhouse
Pot size
7 cm
Type of product
Plant