A starter collection for the novice auricula grower. (or for those who wish to revive their interest in these wondrous plants). 6 plants included in the collection.

Here we offer 6 flowering sized plants. This is a lovely collection giving a wide range of colours and types of auricula. We do not think you will be disappointed with our selection.

NEW: You will also receive a free fact sheet giving really useful hints and tips about how to treat your auriculas upon arrival.

Varieties selected are of easy culture and will provide a floriferous display each springtime. They are all suitable for display in an auricula theatre, cold greenhouse/conservatory.

Each plant comes with a printed stick-in label with name and other details and will last for years for future reference.

Please note that the plants illustrated here are for guidance only; actual varieties may vary from these, but an equally good range of colours and types will be selected.

Plants are supplied with a rootball ready for potting;excess compost has been carefully removed from the rootball in preparation for you to pot into fresh compost. This is the best way to ensure vigorous growth and they will flower the next season.

9 X mature flowering sized plants ready for planting.

A candelabra. This is a stunning candelabra which never disappoints. Plants are supplied with a rootball, compost reduced (i.e. bare-root)

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. 

Four scented primulas. Flowering period is from May through to July.  Height 60 cm to 100 cm. Plants supplied are mature flowering size and posted bare-root or reduced compost to minimise postage weight.  See more detailed descriptions for each plant by clicking the links below. The four illustrated are Primula florindae, florindae (copper form), alpicola var Luna and alpicola var Alba. Please note other scented primulas may be used as substitutes depending on availabilty of those illustrated.

Here we offer four medium to tall candelabra primulas with hot colours suitable for growing in a tub, half barrel or other large container.

All plants supplied are of mature flowering size. All plants are supplied without compost (compost removed or reduced) thus saving on postage costs. Plants are garden ready for planting or potting.

3 plants of Primula japonica Apple Blossom Flowering time is May and height at its peak is 60cm (2 feet). A very typical candelabra Primula it has stunning whorled tiers of beautiful apple blossom pink flowers standing majestically above striking mid-green luxuriant foliage. Plants supplied are of flowering size and bare-root.

Many primulas are tolerant of very wet heavy sticky soils - This selection will grow well in wet or damp woodland. The selection here range in height from 45 cm (18") to 100 cm (3ft). All of them prefer a cool position and dappled light.

Here we offer our selection of 9 primulas suitable for the bog garden. Each will be a named type and labelled accordingly. The plants will be similar to those illustrated in the item image. Plants supplied ex. pots with rootball prepared and ready for planting and are of mature flowering size.

8 X Plant - Summer Scented Primula Collection.

This is a collection of exotic scented primulas, from various parts of Asia. They belong to the Sikkimensis group and hail from the Himalayas, Tibet and Sikkim. They are extremely hardy and make wonderful garden plants, well suited to our conditions.

The flowering timescale across this range of primulas offered is from May to late July.

The flowering height ranges from 60 to 100cm (2’to 3’) depending on type.

They make an awesome impact in the garden when planted in mass groupings, and the photographs show what you can expect.

The plants selected for the collection will include Primula sikkimensis, florindae (and varieties), and alpicola (and varieties); 8 Plants in total supplied in their 7cm pots ready for planting out in your garden.

No special soil preparation is required. Just choose a spot in your garden where the soil never dries out and the plants can enjoy some dappled shade. Pop them in and ensure they get enough water during establishment. If you can add some garden compost during planting this will help if your soil is prone to drying out.

The plants supplied are of flowering size and within the next few weeks (it is now 1st May 2020) and you can enjoy their beauty and fragrance.

9 X Candelabra Primula plants, garden ready and of flowering size.

Candelabra Primulas are amongst some of the most beautiful classic garden plants. There are many species and even more hybrids and varieties.  All are clump forming and spread by self sown seedlings. The flowers are carried in numerous whorls up strong stems and have a very exotic appearance, but they are all extremely hardy standing many degrees of frost. They have a long flowering season across the range of types offered here extending from late April to the end of June.  Flowering heights range from 60cm (2 feet) to 100 cm (3 feet).  All are tolerant of very heavy wet soils. They associate well with other familiar plants such as Astilbe and Hosta.

Many primulas are tolerant of very wet heavy sticky soils - This candelabra selection will grow well in wet or damp woodland. Also around the edge of ponds and streams.

Plants supplied may vary to those illustrated, but each one will be different, named and labelled. All plants supplied are of mature flowering size. All plants are supplied without compost (compost removed or reduced) thus saving on postage costs. Plants are garden ready for planting or potting.

Here I offer a collection of 8 varieties of the world famous Primula japonica. Plants supplied are of mature flowering size and will flower next season. Plants are supplied without compost to reduce weight thus saving postage cost.

A Japanese import some 130 years ago, Primula japonica is a classic garden plant of easy culture. A very typical candelabra Primula it has striking whorled tiers of rich coloured flowers standing majestically above striking mid-green luxuriant foliage. This collection has 8 distinct colours. 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). Being the earliest of the candelabras to flower (late April to May) it brings a welcome cheer to the spring bog garden. 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 offer is for 8 different (japonica varieties) mature flowering sized plants sent bare-root (compost partially removed).

Here we offer 9 X plants of Primula. Hardy ornamental garden plants suitable for damp woodland or a shaded part of your garden. The ideal woodland conditions include, a cool moist root run, lack of competition from surface rooting trees and a deep rotted leaf or organic layer into which the primulas can extend their root systems. Dappled light is ideal but many will thrive where they can receive shafts of light coming through the tree canopy. Soil conditions must never become dry. Plants chosen are those that are available at the time. This means that those supplied may vary from the illustration. Plants are supplied with reduced compost and depending on time of year may be bare-root or root-balled, without pots. Included in the collection are candelabras, bell flowered Primulas and scented types. Each plant will come labelled with its name and the range of colours will ensure each one is different. A stunning collection! The colours will be similar to those illustrated in the item image. The selection here range in height from 40 cm (18") to 60 cm (2ft). All of them prefer a cool position and dappled light.Plants supplied are of mature flowering size.

Candelabra Primulas are amongst some of the most beautiful classic garden plants. There are many species and even more hybrids and varieties.  All are clump forming and spread by self sown seedlings. The flowers are carried in numerous whorls up strong stems and have a very exotic appearance, but they are all extremely hardy standing many degrees of frost. They have a long flowering season across the range of types extending from late April to the end of July.  Flowering heights range from 30cm (1 foot) to 100 cm (3 feet).  Many are tolerant of very heavy wet soils. They associate well with other familiar plants such as Astilbe and Hosta.

Peninsula Hybrids are selections we have made over a number of years.  The colours are pastel and beautiful; plants supplied may vary compared with those illustrated here but we are certain you will not be disappointed. These hybrids flower in May into June.

The price is for an assortment of 6 plants

All plants supplied are of flowering size and posted bare-root, without compost or pot.

9 X plants of Primula 'Harlow Carr Hybrids'

Candelabra Primulas are amongst some of the most beautiful classic garden plants. There are many species and even more hybrids and varieties.  All are clump forming and spread by self sown seedlings. The flowers are carried in numerous whorls up strong stems and have a very exotic appearance, but they are all extremely hardy standing many degrees of frost. They have a long flowering season across the range of types extending from late April to the end of July.  Flowering heights range from 30cm (1 foot) to 100 cm (3 feet).  Many are tolerant of very heavy wet soils. They associate well with other familiar plants such as Astilbe and Hosta.

Harlow Carr Hybrids are selections which have been in cultivation for a very long time.  The colours are pastel and beautiful; plants supplied may vary compared with those illustrated here but we are certain you will not be disappointed. These hybrids flower in May into June.

All plants supplied are of flowering size and posted bare-root, without compost or pot.

Here we offer 9 plants (3 of each variety).

Plants supplied bare-root and are of mature flowering size; they will flower next growing season and beyond.

Primula japonica Postford White - This candelabra has stunning white flowers which have a yellow eye in the centre. It is very prolific and self-seeding spreading around the garden. A must have plant!  The image is of just before the whorls develop.

Primula japonica Valley Red -  Flowering time is May and height at its peak is 60cm (2 feet).  A very typical candelabra Primula it has stunning whorled tiers of beautiful purple red flowers standing majestically above striking mid-green luxuriant foliage.  The image is of just before the whorls develop. 

Primula japonica Apple Blossom - It is a strong grower and the foliage is pale green in colour. It has beautiful apple blossom flowers.

Primula japonica is a classic garden plant of easy culture.  A very typical candelabra Primula it has striking 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.

In this Primula starter collection we offer 9 plants which are easy to grow. A novice collection which includes many of the garden Primula classics.

The plants range in height from 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60cm) and provide colour during spring and early summer. All are suited to cool damp conditions in dappled light situation. They are great in beds, borders and even containers.

The colours have been selected to give a quiet contemplative mood in the garden.

The photos are for illustration only and the actual plants may differ. All the plants selected will come with a durable printed label for future reference.

Plants supplied are of flowering size ex.pots with a rootball. They are garden ready, and can be planted immediately.

In this Primula starter collection we offer 9 plants which are easy to grow. A novice collection which includes many of the garden Primula classics.

The plants range in height from 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90cm) and provide colour during spring and early summer. All are suited to cool damp conditions in dappled light situation. They are great in beds, borders and even containers.

The colours selected are vibrant and provide a riot of colour during May, June and even into July.

The photos are for illustration only and the actual plants may differ. All the plants selected will come with a durable printed label for future reference.

Plants supplied are of flowering size ex.pots with a rootball. They are garden ready, and can be planted immediately.

In this Primula starter collection we offer 9 plants which are easy to grow. A novice collection which includes many of the garden Primula classics.

The plants range in height from 1 to 3 feet (30 to 60cm) and provide colour during spring and early summer. All are suited to cool damp conditions in dappled light situation. They are great in beds, borders and even containers.

The colours have been selected to give a contrast visual effect.

The photos are for illustration only and the actual plants may differ. All the plants selected will come with a durable printed label for future reference.

Plants supplied are of flowering size ex.pots with a rootball. They are garden ready, and can be planted immediately.

Peninsula Primulas has brought together some of the most noteworthy garden primulas in this collection. This is an assortment of 6 different candelabras for the damp garden flowering from May to June. One plant of each type. (6 plants in total) Plants supplied bare-root without compost