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PRIMULA beesiana
CANDELABRA TYPES
Shades of lilac-purple
Seeds
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Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Syn. P. bulleyana subsp. beesiana. Thrives in consistently moist soil at bog edges and near streams and water. Not suitable for standing in water -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mite, vine weevil, slugs, viruses, grey mould(Botrytis) -
Place of origin
Himalayas (western China) -
DeciduousMid-green leaves to 22cm(9in) long, that die back to reduced rosettes or basal buds in winter
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetLilac purple -
Fully hardy
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Rosette-forming primula. Produces 2-8 whorls of 8-16 salverform flowers 2cm (¾in) across
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
60cm (24in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soilRequires deep, humus-rich soil.Wet or boggy soil
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Sun Requirements
Partial shade
Will tolerate full sun if soil remains moist.
Primula - Growing Guide
