Primroses
All the
plants in the ‘category’ primroses on our website are from the botanical
section called ‘Primula’ but usually
known as Vernales primulas. They
include the European species: the native woodland primrose Primula vulgaris, the meadow cowslip Primula veris, the oxlip Primula
elatior, and Primula juliae from
the Caucasus. Over several centuries
these native species have been much developed and hybridised to produce a huge
range of vigorous, free-flowering and long lived plants.
Unlike some
of the modern hybrids that have been bred to look good on the supermarket shelf
and last only one season, all the Barnhaven primroses are hardy, vigorous
perennials, especially selected for their range of pure colours, vigour and also
scent.
They are
all well adapted to a range of climates but will prefer a fertile, moisture
retentive soil in a semi-shady position.