In winter, I’m drawn to the small pots of colourful primulas offered in grocery stores and supermarkets. These cheerful flowers in bold primary colours are hybrid primulas with Primula acaulis, P. polyanthus and other wild species in their genetic background. Some have a sweet candy scent, a sure sign that species genes are prominent in their breeding. These primulas are grown … [Read more...] about How to keep grocery store primulas happy
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Starting primroses from seed
There’s no need to shrink from the mere thought of starting primroses from seed. It might seem mysterious and excessively scientific, requiring the defeat of inbred germination inhibitors, necessary freeze and warmth cycles, and exposure to light or complete darkness — too complicated and fidgety to attempt. Except, of course, you could learn the methods and do it; and be able … [Read more...] about Starting primroses from seed
