Primrose (Primula Vulgaris) is a perennial herb in the Primulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A compact, perennial herb with a basal rosette of wrinkled leaves and pale yellow to white, occasionally pink or purple, five-petaled flowers.

Primrose

Primrose

Primula Vulgaris

A compact, perennial herb with a basal rosette of wrinkled leaves and pale yellow to white, occasionally pink or purple, five-petaled flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, early spring color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Primrose

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Primulaceae
Genus:Primula