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Primula collection #1 Primula collection #1 - A collection of 6 Primula plants (our choice) of at least 5 different types in 3.5" pots. $28.00   
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Primula collection #2 - A collection of 12 Primula plants (our choice) of at least 10 different type in 3.5" pots. $55.00   
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Primula algida - This species is one of the “Birdseye” types. It is similar to P. frondosa but is probably going to be more difficult to maintain. The basal clump of leaves produce stems with several pink flowers with yellow centers. Perhaps it is best defined as a collector’s plant. Plant it in light shade in a fertile, moist, yet well drained soil. ( 7”h x 5”w) W, 2.5” - $4.00              Out of Stock

Primula alpicola Primula alpicola - Creamy yellow to violet, fragrant, saucer-shaped flowers on 18" stems in June. This species is native to southeast Tibet. Requires a cool, humid spot in fertile, moist soil that is reasonably well drained. (18" hx 10"w) 2.5" -$5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Primula alpicola v. violacea - Similar to the above listing only the flowers are in the pink to violet range. (18"h x 10"w) W, 2.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Primula auricula (alpine mix) Primula auricula (alpine mix) - From the fleshy leaves emerge short stems with beautifully patterned flowers in a variety of colors in the spring. Prefers a rich, well drained soil in light shade. Good in any rock garden or shady border. (8"h x 6"w) RG, 3.5"- $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula auricula (mixed garden) Primula auricula (mixed garden) - Similar to the previous listing except that the whole plant is more robust and suitable for a border. Still prefers some shade at mid-day. (12"h x 12"w) RG, 3.5" - $5.00   
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Primula beesiana- (= P. bulleyana ssp.) Beesiana) Primula beesiana- (= P. bulleyana ssp.) Beesiana) - Fragrant, pink/purple blooms produced on 24" spikes in June. This is a Candelabra type from China’s Yunnan Province. Requires moist soil and part shade. (24"h x 12"w) W, 2.5"-$5.00   
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Primula bulleyana - Similar to P. beesiana except that the flowersare yellow/orange. (24"h x 12"w) W, 3.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Primula chionantha - I would classify this Primula as “barely growable”. A challenge for those in cool summer areas; not possible in other parts of the country. A basal clump of leaves give rise to stems with pretty white or purple flowers. Well drained, moist, fertile soil in light shade. Keep drier during fall and winter. (10”h x 6”w) W, 3.5” - $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula chungensis Primula chungensis - This is one of the many "candelabra Primulas" which is valuable for its bright yellow/orange flowers and its early bloom (mid-May). Whorls of flowers are produced on 24" stems. Native to Southwest China. Likes a partially shaded site with moist, fertile soil that does not become waterlogged. Easy. (24"h x 12"w) W, 3.5"- $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula clusiana - This small, alpine species makes a small basal clump of leaves with purplish flowers on short stems. This challenging plant will require a rich scree in good light that is not too hot. Try morning sun. Difficult. (5”h x 4”w) RG, T, 2.5” - $6.00   
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Primula cockburniana Primula cockburniana - This small woodland species has flowers of a beautiful coppery-red color in late spring. From Southwest China. It prefers partial shade in woodland soil that is moist but never waterlogged. Notlong-lived. (18" h x 8"w) W, 2.5"-$4.00              Out of Stock

Primula cortusoides Primula cortusoides - In May, clumps of leaves produce pink/purple flowers on 12" stems. An easy and attractive woodland plant from Siberia. Prefers a moist, fertile spot in shade. China. Will self sow. (12"h x 8"w) W, 2.5" -$5.00              Out of Stock

Primula Crispi - A pretty variety that shows its P. juliae parent in being a creeper. Purple flowers with yellow centers. These hardy types differ from the greenhouse types often sold in the chain stores. They should succeed in any good, moist garden soil and prefer some light shade. Best if dug and divided every 2 or 3 years. Easy. (5" h x 10"w) 3.5"-$4.50              Out of Stock

Primula denticulata Primula denticulata - From a basal whorl of leaves comes 12" stems with balls of small white,blue, or red flowers in early spring. The only drawback to this very hardy species is that the leaves continue to lengthen all summer and are best concealed with ferns or hostas. Sun or shade and any good garden soil. Easy. (12"h x 20"w) 3.5" - $5.00(choose color)   
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Primula Dorothy - Surely one of the nicest old-time favorite. A polanthus type with many cream-colored flowers of a good size. These hardy types differ from the greenhouse types often sold in the chain stores. They should succeed in any good, moist garden soil and prefer some light shade. Best if dug and divided every 2 or 3 years. A polyanthus type will have multiple flowers on each stem. Easy. ( 8" h x 10"w) 3.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Primula elatior Primula elatior - Yellow, upturned, funnel-shaped flowers are produced in May. This is the oxlip Primula from Britain and Europe. Best in a moist, fertile soil in partial shade. Divide every few years to maintain vigor. (12"h x 12"w) W, 3.5"-$5.00   
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Primula flaccida Primula flaccida - This delicate beauty produces its flowers on short spikes. The pendant, lavender/blue flowers are dusted with a white powder called farina. Try a moist, peat soil in half shade. Challenging but choice. China. (12"h x 10"w) 2.5"-$6.00              Out of Stock

Primula florindae Primula florindae - The tallest of the Primula, this species produces stems of fragrant, pendulant, yellow flowers in early summer. Requires fertile, moist soil and prefers to grow in an inch or two of water. (36" hx 18"w) B, 2.5"-$4.00   
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Primula florindae (red/orange) Primula florindae (red/orange) - Similar to the preceding listing only the flowers are a red/orange color. (36" hx 18"w) B, 3.5" - $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula frondosa Primula frondosa - From a basal clump of leaves rise many lilac-pink flowers with yellow eyes. Early May. One of my favorites, this small Primula is adaptable and hardy. Happiest in partial shade in a peat soil but it will grow in ordinary garden soil in a sunny location as long as it doesn’t dry out. Bulgaria. Easy. (6" h x 8"w) 2.5"-$4.00, 3.5"-$5.00   
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Primula hirsuta - This European alpine species is a parent of many fine hybrids. It is also a gem in its own right. Rosettes of sticky, reddish leaves produce rosy red flowers. Prefers a moist yet well drained, fertile soil in light shade. (7"h x 6"w) 2.5" - $5.00   
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Primula hirsuta (hybrid) - These hybrid plants show are similar to the species but seem to be more floriferous. Leafy rosettes give rise to many rosy red flowers with white eyes. Prefers a moist, yet well drained, fertile soil in light shade. (7”h x 6”w) 2.5” - $5.00   
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Primula integrifolia - Another alpine species with small, spear-shaped leaves and purple/pink flowers borne on short stems. Fairly easy to grow but harder to flower. Give it a moist, well drained, humus-rich soil or peat bed in light shade or morning sun. ( 4"h x 5"w) 2.5" - $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula involucrata - – A Himalayan species which is difficult, but possible to grow. Long, spoon-shaped leaves produce stems of very fragrant white or sometimes, pink flowers. I think the trick with this one is to supply adequate moisture during the spring and then keep the plant just barely moist during the fall and winter. Likes fertile, well drained soil in light shade. (7”h x 6”w) 2.5” - $5.00   
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Primula japonica Primula japonica - From a basal clump of leaves arise a 24" stem with several whorls of red or white flowers in spring. This is one of the easiest of all Primulas to grow in the Northeast. Given the moist soil in partial shade that this plant prefers, it will self-sow into large colonies. A very pretty plant for a wet ditch. Easy. (24"h x 14"w) W, B, 2.5" pots (choose color)   
           Quantity:     @ $4.00/each   

Primula juliae Primula juliae - This is the true alpine species from the European Alps. From a creeping mat of leaves, purple flowers with yellow centers are produced in spring. The parent of many hybrids, this is a gem in its own right. (One to a customer, please), (3"h x 8"w) RG, 2.5" - $6.00              Out of Stock

Primula kisoana Primula kisoana - Pink flowers come in May on 8" stems. This is an excellent woodland species from Japan that spreads slowly by underground runners into a colony. Needs a rich, humus soil in partial shade. Easy (8"h x 12"w) W, 3.5"- $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula kisoana ‘alba‘ Primula kisoana ‘alba‘ - Same as the preceding listing only the flowers are white and the plant is not quite as vigorous. Still very nice. (7" h x 10"w) W, 3.5" - $6.00              Out of Stock

Primula laurentiana - Lavender-blue flowers on 10" spikes in June. Native to northeast Maine and the Gaspe Peninsula, this is a charming small Primula for a moist but well drained spot. Will also thrive in light shade in a woodland garden. Some lime is good. (10" h x 5"w) W, 2.5" - $4.00, 3.5" - $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula luteola - Yellow flowers on 6"-8" stems in June. From the northeast Caucasus Mountains. A pretty species that is quite happy in ordinary garden soil in half to three quarters sun. Easy. (8"h x 10"w) 2.5"-$5.00   
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Primula marginata - This offering is of unbloomed seedlings of this wonderful and variable species. Most of these will have fragrant, blue to purple flowers on short stems. Leaves are neat rosettes. Prefers well drained, moist, fertile soil in light shade. Also nice in a trough. ( 5”h x 4”w) RG, T, 2.5” - $4.00   
           Quantity:  @ $4.00/each   

Primula marginata ‘Bentham’ - A small plant,selected for the powder blue flowers it produces above rosettes of farina-dusted leaves. Well drained, fertile, moist soil in light shade. (4"h x 6"w) RG, 2.5"- $5.00   
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Primula marginata ‘Herb Dickson’ Primula marginata ‘Herb Dickson’ - A vigorous plant with many beautiful, dark blue flowers produced in the spring. Well drained, fertile, moist soil in light shade. One to a customer, please. (8"h x 8"w) RG, 1 quart"- $7.00   
           Quantity:  @ $7.00/each   

Primula marginata ‘Kesselring’s Variety’ - A selection of this beautiful alpine Primula, this one has purple flowers with white eyes. A hardy and floriferous plant. Well drained, fertile, moist soil in light shade. (4"h x 6"w) RG, 2.5"- $5.00   
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Primula marginata ‘Mini’ - This selection of a wonderful alpine species is small in all regard – little leaves and small but very pretty blue flowers in spring. A nice plant for a trough. Give it a well drained, fertile, moist soil in morning sun. (3”h x 4”w) RG, T, 2.5” - $5.00              Out of Stock

Primula marginata ‘Reddish hybrid’ - This may be a cross between PP. marginata and latifolia. The leaves are typical P. marginata in shape but the flowers are a dusty red color. Thanks to Chris Fenderson for this one. (6’H x 5”w) RG, 2.5” - $5.00   
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Primula marginata ‘Reddish hybrid’ - This may be a cross between PP. marginata and latifolia. The leaves are typical P. marginata in shape but the flowers are a dusty red color. Thanks to Chris Fenderson for this one. (6’H x 5”w) RG, 2.5” - $5.00   
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Primula minima Primula minima - A miniature species from Europe with tiny rosettes of toothed leaves and lovely pink flowers. Notoriously shy-flowering in cultivation and the wild. Prefers a fertile, well drained soil with plenty of water in spring and all the sun it will take without burning. (2"h x 3"w) RG , 2.5" -$5.00              Out of Stock

Primula modesta - This attractive plant, native to Japan, is similar to Primula frondosa. It differentiates itself by having yellow (not white) meal on the under leaf and being shorter. A basal clump of leaves produce pink and sometimes white clusters of flowers on short stems. Any fertile, rich, moist soil in light shade. (5”hx 7”w) 3.5” - $5.00   
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Primula parryi - This Primula is native to the Rocky Mountains. In good growing conditions, it can form a large clump with clusters of pink/purple flowers with golden eyes. Best grown in a rich, peat soil with plenty of moisture in the growing season and drier conditions in the winter. Morning sun or dappled shade is perfect. Challenging. (14”h x 12”w) 2.5” - $5.00   
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Primula poissonii - A basal clump of evergreen leaves produce candelabra spikes of reddish/pink flowers with a yellow eye. A very beautiful Primula. Prefers a humus-rich, cool, moist soil in morning sun or light shade. (18"h x 10"w) W, 2.5" - $4.00              Out of Stock

                

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