Primula japonica is a classic garden plant of easy culture. A very typical candelabra Primula it has stunning whorled tiers of beautiful flowers standing majestically above striking mid-green luxuriant foliage. It is very tolerant of the wettest heavy soils; in fact it will thrive under such conditions. Flowering time is May and height at its peak is 60cm (2 feet). Primula japonica forms a large clump which is easily divided and will self seed all around given damp dappled conditions. It will grow in full light in the bog garden but given some dappled shade will grow in most situations where the soil remains moist at all times. Plants supplied are of mature flowering size and posted bare-root without compost or pot.

This delicate deciduous candelabra primula is just as hardy as other plants in this group. It originates from south-west Sichuan in western China and grows at high altitude ensuring its hardy pedigree. The flowers are carried on slender stems to 30 cm (1 foot) and are of an unusual intense orange colour. This colour should be carefully placed in the designed garden but it does look great at the front of borders and various containers. It will grow well in a soil well supplied with organic matter which ensures steady moisture but not excessive wet conditions. It will not do well in saturated soils such as bog gardens. Primula cockburniana assorts well with other classic garden plants like Rhododendron. Plants supplied are sent bare-root and are of flowering size.

This hardy hybrid candelabra flowers from mid-May to June and produces typical whorls of flowers expected from this group of garden plants. It is extremely floriferous each multi-crowned clump produces masses of yellow-eyed rose flowers. Height is 60 cm (2 feet), Plants supplied are mature flowering sized bare-root and ready for planting.

Candelabra primulas are amongst some of the most beautiful garden plants. There are many species and even more hybrids. This hybrid candelabra is a chance seedling found at Rowallane Gardens, Co Down (a National Trust property). It is a vigorous perennial which when established will last for years, it will grow and extent the group quite easily. The flowering period is May into June. It is attractive to pollinating insects. All the candelabra hybrids are tolerant of wet soils but will also be happy in a moisture retentive soil that never dries out. Some dappled shade allows the flowers to last longer. Plants supplied are mature flowering sized bare-root and ready for planting.

9 X mature flowering sized plants ready for planting.

Primula bulleyana subsp. beesiana (more usually referred to as Primula beesiana) This is a perennial candelabra Primula of outstanding garden merit. Having been grown for over 100 years this species has a proven track record. It is very hardy and establishes itself as a strong clump. A fantastic candelabra for the June garden performing well in all soils that remain moist. Height of flowering is 60 cm (2 feet). Being June flowering it adds a splash of colour, few other plants can compete with. The 60cm (2 feet) tall flowering stems, carry 6 to 8 whorls of flowers. This candelabra species enjoys a damp spot in the garden and will thrive under such conditions. It is an ideal species beside ponds and streams and assorts well with all of the other candelabras such as Primula bulleyana. The plant spreads itself by self sown seedlings in damp conditions. It also looks very attractive in the garden border in a soil that does not dry out. This is a very hardy Primula and one which will establish itself very quickly. Clump forming which can be divided in early spring. It originates in Yunnan.

8 X plants of Primula japonica Meadow Mix

Of Japanese origin and introduced to the UK some 130 years ago, Primula japonica is a classic garden plant of easy culture. A very typical candelabra Primula it has stunning whorled tiers of rich colour flowers standing majestically above striking mid-green luxuriant foliage. It is very tolerant of the wettest heavy soils; in fact it will thrive under such conditions. Flowering time is May and height at its peak is 60cm (2 feet). Primula japonica forms a large clump which is easily divided and will self seed all around given damp dappled conditions. It will grow in full light in the bog garden but given some dappled shade will grow in most situations where the soil remains moist at all times. The variety on offer is a selection which I call ‘Meadow Mix’. This mix has a range of pinkish hues.