How to Germinate Primula Vulgaris

Also known as native or common primrose, Primula vulgaris is a native European wildflower. In nature, it thrives in shady woodlands and on coastal cliffsides. The soft, yellow flowers typically bloom with the season's first daffodils, making for an explosion of yellow in early spring. P. vulgaris makes a lovely addition to the woodland-themed garden in a damp, shady location. When visiting Europe keep in mind that it is illegal to pick wild primroses in several countries. Start P. vulgaris seeds indoors in winter.

Nursery pots or seed flat
Soilless seed starting mix

Instructions

- 1
  Fill nursery pots or a seed flat with a moist, soilless, seed starting mix to within ½ inch of the rim. Ensure that the mix is slightly damp but not saturated.
- 2
  Plant the primrose seeds 1/8 inch deep and 1 inch apart. Place the germination container in an area remaining remains between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit for two weeks. Don't allow the soil to dry during this period.
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  Place the germination container in the refrigerator for four weeks.
- 4
  Remove the germination container from the refrigerator and leave it in a cold frame or another location where the temperature remains between 41 and 53 F at all times. Warmer temperatures inhibit P. vulgaris seed germination.
- 5
  Transplant the P. vulgaris seedlings into their own small nursery pots when they have their third or fourth set of leaves. Keep them out of direct sun and in moist soil at all times.

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