Primula vialii Alison Holland ('Aliholl') (PBR)
Vial's primrose or orchid primrose
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: partial shade
- Soil: moist, humus rich, neutral to acid soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Forming slowly spreading rosettes of rich green leaves, this moisture-loving perennial looks beautiful in early summer when the poker-like flowerspikes are jettisoned upwards and the pure white flowers start to open. It looks wonderful when planted in meandering drifts - particularly when teamed with ferns or hostas. Each plant may be short-lived, however in the right conditions, it will usually spread to form naturalised colonies. - Garden care: Divide large clumps after the plant has flowered, preferably during a wet spell.