Oxlip Primrose
Primula elatior
Oxlip Primrose (Primula elatior) is a perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 8–12 in tall and 8–12 in wide, needs medium water, and prefers part to shade. Soft yellow primrose for woodland or part-shade gardens; tougher than common primrose.
medium water8–12 in tall and 8–12 in wideToxic to dogs
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At a glance
- Botanical name
- Primula elatior
- Type
- Perennial
- Mature size
- 8–12 in tall and 8–12 in wide
- Water needs
- medium water
- Sun
- part to shade
- Colorado native
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.5–8.0
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
- Bloom color
- yellow
- Bloom time
- early spring, mid spring, late spring
- Pollinator value
- moderate
Planting & establishment
Deep water every 1–2 weeks during establishment (first growing season), then water sparingly per Plant Select guidance.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Oxlip Primrose good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes. Oxlip Primrose is included in the Front Range Plant Finder as a perennial suited to Colorado's Front Range.
- How big does Oxlip Primrose get?
- It matures to about 8–12 in tall and 8–12 in wide.
- How much water does Oxlip Primrose need?
- It needs medium water once established.
- Is Oxlip Primrose safe for dogs?
- No — Oxlip Primrose is considered toxic to dogs. Keep pets away and check with your vet.
