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Fairy Primrose (Primula malacoides)

Fairy Primrose (Primula malacoides) is a charming annual plant with delicate whorls of pink, lavender, and white flowers, blooming from winter to spring.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix. A mix of peat, loam, and sand is suitable.

Temperature

Cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during growth.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix. A mix of peat, loam, and sand is suitable.

Temperature

Cool to moderate temperatures.

Ideal range 10-18°C.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during growth.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.15-0.45 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

15000

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Synonyms
Auganthus malacoides (Franch.) Soják
Primula delicata Petitm.
Primula pseudomalacoides Steward
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyPrimulaceae
  • genusPrimula
  • speciesPrimula malacoides
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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