Primula vialii

A unique looking primula with spikes of crimson buds that open into pale purple flowers in early to mid-summer. A real favourite here. Likes damp soil in summer but must have free-draining soil in winter to survive. Hardy in right conditions. To 30cm.

At a glance

Common Name

Vial's Primrose

Type

Hardy perennial

Height

0 to 30cm

Colour

Purple

Spread Rate

Slow

Flowering

Early Summer

Soil Type

Normal, Drained

Aspect

Part-shade, Sun

Pollination

Attractive to pollinators

Awards

RHS AGM Award

Sue's Notes about Primula vialii (Vial's Primrose)

We've been experimenting with overwintering conditions for this plant. Our best spot for it is on our gravel scree bed. The soil never really dries out in summer under the gravel mulch, but winter rain runs through it freely.

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