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Also known as
Primula Vulgaris, Primula Vulgaris, Primrose, Common primrose, English primrose and primula
Taxonomy
Primula acaulis
Primula
Primulaceae
Ericales

How to care for English Primrose
How often to water your English Primrose

every 9
English Primrose needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Primula Vulgaris in your home

a window
English Primrose may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of English Primrose in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize English Primrose

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your English Primrose after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Why is look like is going die ? #CommonPrimrose
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My Plant keeper turning brown. What do It do?
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How often to water? #CommonPrimrose This app is saying every 6 days, but that seems too long to wait,so I just thought I'll ask. Thanks for replies :)
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How come some of these flowers grow “dry” while others blossom? You’ll see on the side that there’s flowers that don’t really blossom, the petals are dry, but the actual blossoms appear in the center of the plant. What are the dry ones for? The middle blossoms appeared overnight one day and totally surprised me!
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What dose it mean when it's leafs are down?
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How should I trim old flowers? Cut at the base, or just the flower head? Working on getting this one healthier & happier #CommonPrimrose
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Why are the leaves curling? My primrose has been struggling. Any new growth is small and deformed. The leaves are curling in and I’ve had to cut off several yellow ones. Any idea what is going wrong?
English Primrose prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
English Primrose may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
🪴 Soil
English Primrose is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for English Primrose
English Primrose
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
