This lovely and relatively rare primula has its origins in mainland europe but will thrive in uk gardens it is hardy perennial and will flower each year from march through to early june once planted it will quickly form evergreen clumps erupting with beautiful bright eyed blooms that stand proud of the foliage so plant them 20cm 8in apart they will thrive in a well drained spot in sun or partial shade you can even plant them in pots on your patio for an exquisite posy carefully cut sev