Primula japonica

Japanese Primrose, Candelabra Primrose

Family: Primulaceae Primrose


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 8B
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Pink, purple, red, white
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, rock garden, specimen, woodland garden
Height 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Spread 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Naturalizing