code: 597
This European species has very long
Family: Primulaceae
Common name: Primula longiflora
Plant Classification: Hardy perennial
Minimum Height: 8 cm
Maximum Height: 15 cm
This European species has very long, narrow tubes holding the bright, lilac-pink flowers, which open in clusters on long stems. They do well on the rock garden as long as they have some shade and it does not dry out, although they are probably safer in a shady, humus-rich spot. (Section farinosae)
Sowing advice:
Primula seeds may be sown at any time onto a loam-based compost, barely cover so that around 50% are still visible. Best germination temperatures are between 10 and 15 degrees C. (e.g. a cool, northerly window sill) PLEASE NOTE: Temperatures exceeding 15 C can prevent germination, and above 20 C expect very little germination as most seeds will go dormant as a protective measure. Germination takes between 3 to 6 weeks, sometimes taking much longer.
Cultivation:
This primrose prefers evenly moist, humus-rich soil that is well-drained, especially in winter. It will not tolerate drought. Morning sun is best, with shade from mid-day sun. It is ideal for troughs or alpine pots. This species is generally short-lived so saving seed is recommended.
Blooming Season:
In cultivation, this species blooms from early spring in the south to late spring in the north.
Propagation:
Seed, division
Division:
Rarely a plant may produce enough multiple rosettes that division is possible.
