With tiered whorls of blooms rising like chandeliers, Primula candelabra brings a touch of drama to damp, shady borders and woodland-style planting. A deep magenta colour blooming in elegant vertical layers above rosettes of fresh green foliage. A long-lived perennial that thrives where others struggle, especially in moist soils or alongside ponds and streams.
 
When to Sow: Mar – Jun or Sept – Nov
 
HOW TO SOW PRIMULA CANDELABRA MIXED:
Sow in trays or pots – Sow onto the surface of moist compost and press down gently. Do not cover with soil — light aids germination. Ideal temp 15–18°c. Germination can take 2–4 weeks, sometimes longer. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into individual pots.
Sow Direct – Not recommended. For best results, sow in trays and plant out when established. These prefer careful handling early on.
 
Classification: Hardy Perennial
Expert Level: Moderate
Germination Time: 2–4 Weeks (can be erratic)
Flowering Time: May – Jul
 
Site: Partial Shade / Dappled Shade
Soil Type: Moist / Humus-rich / Clay or Loam
Soil Acidity: Neutral to Acidic
Moisture: Likes consistently moist soil
Care: Water well in dry spells. Mulch annually. Deadhead to encourage flowering and prevent self-sowing.
Use: Woodland Borders, Damp Gardens, Shaded Areas, Container planting 
Harvesting: Primarily ornamental, not used for cutting
 
Days to Maturity: Approx. 160–180 Days
Vase Life: Not typically grown for vase use
Height: 45–60cm
Plant Spacing: 25cm