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Primula kewensis
Primulaceae
Height
10 - 15 cm
Flower colour
yellow
Flowering time
August - September
Foliage colour
green with farina
Sunlight
sun
Soil
fertile, well drained, fairly moist
pH
acid - neutral
Hardiness
tender
Plant range
A hybrid between P. verticilliata and P. floribunda created at Kew Gardens in the early 1900's
Primula, is a very large genus of around 500 species in the primrose family, Primulaceae. The genus has a wide distribution, but the majority, about half the species, are native to the Himalayas. They grow in varied habitats, some are excellent rock garden plants, while others thrive in deep, fertile soil in semi-shade. The majority is not drought tolerant.
Propagation:
Division in spring or fall.
Seed - sown in September - January.
Seed not covered and stored outside until March, then brought to 15°C (60°F) for germination.
Tender, doesn't survive winter outside.
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