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Primula Japonica Pillar Box
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Primula Candelabra Pillar Box Red

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Primula Vialii
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Primula candelabra 'Pillar Box', is a stunning perennial known for its tiered whorls of bright crimson-red flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The vivid blooms are held on tall, upright stems above a rosette of vibrant green leaves, creating a striking candelabra-like effect. It thrives in damp, shaded areas, making it ideal for woodland gardens, pond edges, or shaded borders and humus-rich soils that remain consistently moist. Its bold color and unique flowering habit make it a standout in spring and early summer displays, while its ecological benefits include attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Pillar Box is a hardy and low-maintenance plant that naturalizes well in suitable conditions, offering long-term seasonal interest.

Common name
Pillar Box Candelabra Primrose, Candelabra Primula
Family
Primulaceae
Packet content
80 seeds
Height
40 cm - 60 cm
Light level
Partial shade
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Hardiness rating
H5
Pollinator-friendly
Yes
Moisture
Moisture retentive
Colour
Red

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