Syringa Primrose
Syringa Primrose

Syringa Primrose

£15.99

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SKU: syringa-primrose Category:
Common Name: Lilac
Size: 2-3 Litre
Hardiness: H6
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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This plant has won a RHS award

2-3 Litre Pot

  • RHS Award of Garden Merit
  • Position: Full sun, partial shade
  • Soil: Moist, well drained
  • Growth Rate: Average
  • Flowering Period: May – August
  • Hardiness: H6
  • Eventual Height: 2.5 – 4m
  • Eventual Spread: 2.5 – 4m

Syringa Primrose, also known as ‘Lilac’ and holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit is a rare and unique species of lilac that is known for its delicately fragranced yellow flowers. This plant has a long and rich history dating back to ancient civilisations, where it was often used for medicinal purposes. Today, the Syringa Primrose is highly sought after by gardeners and horticulturists for its vibrant colour and fragrant blooms.

The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, and it is believed that it was first cultivated by the ancient Greeks and Romans. In traditional medicine, the Syringa primrose was used to treat a variety of ailments including colds, fevers, and even headaches.

Syringa primrose is a hardy and low-maintenance plant that can thrive in a variety of soil types. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be planted in well-draining soil. The plant can grow up to 4 metres tall and produces clusters of yellow flowers that bloom in the Spring.

Overall, the Syringa primrose is a unique and beautiful plant with a rich history and many uses.  Whether you are a gardener looking for a new addition to your landscape or a history buff interested in ancient medicine, this Syringa is a great choice.

How to care for your Syringa Primrose

  1. Planting: Prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
  2. Watering: Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant. However, it is important to water the shrub regularly during its first growing season to help it become established. In general, it is a good idea to water the shrub once a week if there is no significant rainfall.
  3. Pruning: Prune in late Winter or early Spring, before new growth appears. This will help to maintain the shrub’s shape and encourage healthy new growth.
  4. Fertilising: It does not require heavy fertilisation to thrive. A balanced, slow-release fertiliser applied in the Spring will be sufficient to keep the shrub healthy and vigorous.