Primula denticulata

Drumstick Primrose

WhatsApp
Hardy herbaceous perennial featuring spherical flower heads rising above a rosette of dark green leaves. Prefers cool, moist conditions.
yard Outdoor plants wb_sunny Half-shade pets Pet Friendly
info

Plant Details

Common Name Drumstick Primrose
Family Primulaceae
Genus Primula
Species Denticulata
Origin Himalayas, China
Blooming Spring, vibrant spherical flower heads
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Rich loam mixed with peat and perlite for drainage; requires high organic content.

water_drop
Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth and bloom. Reduce watering significantly after flowering to encourage dormancy.

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light or morning sun. Avoid harsh afternoon heat which causes scorching.

science
Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active spring growth; cease fertilizing in summer dormancy.

content_cut
Pruning

Remove spent flower heads promptly. Cut back foliage completely if it yellowing post-bloom.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
41° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
300 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
250 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

Related Plants

You might also like these plants

Browse All ›
Primula auricula
parkOutdoor plants
Primula auricula

Auricula

account_treePrimulaceae location_onEuropean Alps

info Price unavailable

Primula beesiana
parkOutdoor plants
Primula beesiana

Bees' primrose

account_treePrimulaceae location_onWestern China / Himalayas

info Price unavailable

Primula bulleyana
parkOutdoor plants
Primula bulleyana

Bulley's Primrose

account_treePrimulaceae location_onChina

info Price unavailable

Primula capitata
parkOutdoor plants petsPet friendly
Primula capitata

Cushion Primrose

account_treePrimulaceae location_onHimalayas / Western China

info Price unavailable

favorite