Primula vulgarisA delightful spring-blooming perennial with rosettes of wrinkled, green leaves and pale yellow, fragrant flowers on short stalks. Ideal for part-sun to shady borders, woodland gardens, or moist rockeries where it pairs beautifully with Pulmonaria officinalis (Lungwort), Myosotis arvensis (Field Forget-me-not), and Stellaria media (Common Chickweed)—all pet-friendly companions sharing its preference for sheltered, damp soils. Historically, primroses were gathered in May Day celebrations and believed to bring youth and vitality.
🌿 Full Sun ✘
🌿 Part Sun ✔
🌿 Full Shade ✔
🌿 Pet Friendly ✔
🌿 Edible ✘
Care: Prefers humus-rich, consistently moist but well-draining soil. Water regularly to maintain even moisture—avoid both drought stress and waterlogging. A layer of leaf mold or well-rotted compost in autumn and spring helps enrich soil and retain moisture. Can be grown in containers—select a pot at least 8 inches deep with ample drainage holes.
Allergen Information: Low allergy risk—blooms February–April. Produces minimal pollen but attracts bees and other pollinators; individual sensitivities vary and may develop over time.
Pet Safety Notice: “Pet Friendly” means this plant is generally considered safe to be touched, sniffed, or ingested by dogs, cats, and rabbits. No plant should be deliberately eaten in large quantities, as digestive upset may occur if it’s unfamiliar to the body. Individual allergies or sensitivities can develop, so Pocket Wilds always suggests supervision when introducing new plants to curious hands, paws, or mouths.
Primrose
Please note, the pictures on each listing is not the exact same plant you will receive. Each plant will vary in size and shape based on the age at purchase, time of year, and generally because no plants are ever exactly the same as each other. Most plants will be sent young, usually before, during, or after their first bloom.
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