It is one of the parents of the modern polyanthus hybrids. The petals have a reddish spot at the base. Orange, red and russet color forms are also available. It is an easy, vigorous plant, requiring rich, moist but well drained soil. In areas with hot summers, shade during the afternoon is desirable.
Seed germinates easily and is readily available from primula seed sources.
This true primrose provides the parentage for the modern acaulis hybrids. Single, soft yellow flowers top an eight-inch stem. Other color forms, such as pink and purple, are found on some subspecies. They need a good, rich, moisture retentive soil and dappled shade. It is important to keep this and most other primula species moist during the warm mid-summer months.