- Do not throw away faded primroses
- Prolong flowering by 3 measures
- Want more primroses?
- tips and tricks
Primroses - many types of these early bloomers are poisonous to humans and animals. Nevertheless, primroses are popular indoor plants. Unfortunately, they wither quite quickly in a pot in the warm living room…
You can plant primroses before, during or after flowering because they are perennial
Do not throw away faded primroses
You don't have to throw away faded primroses. They are persistent and perennial. If you have a garden, you can plant the primroses there, for example. When planting several specimens, make sure they are at least 15 cm apart.
Experience a second bloom in summer?
With luck you can experience a second flowering in summer. Many primroses bloom a second time in summer if they are placed outside in a shady and cool place. A good water supply and a corresponding nutrient content in the soil are also prerequisites for this.
Prolong flowering by 3 measures
All those who are annoyed that the primroses in the apartment do not last long, but rather wither quickly, should take the following tips to heart:
- Water abundantly from the beginning of flowering
- Fertilize every 2 weeks from the start of flowering
- Put the primroses in a cool place (5 to 15 °C)
- Cut off faded flowers regularly
In general, low-calcium to lime-free water should be used to water the primroses. In addition, primroses in the home should be sprayed/mistled with water every two days. A liquid fertilizer is best used for fertilizing. Caution: Do not apply the fertilizer to the leaves!
Want more primroses?
If you loved the primroses in bloom, how about propagating them? After flowering is the best time to sow. Do not cut off the faded flowers, but wait for the seeds to form. The seeds are best germinable immediately after maturity. Many primroses in the field also tend to self-seed.
tips and tricks
Primroses are particularly sensitive to dry air when they are in bloom. A location near the heating system is therefore not suitable for them. Place the blooming primroses in the bedroom, on the balcony or in the hallway.