Primula vulgaris Rambo F1 Scarlet - English Primrose

The Primula acaulis Rambo F1 'Scarlet' is a stemless primrose from a new series that stands out for its sturdy and vigorous plants, with flowers easily reaching 6 cm (2in) in diameter. 'Scarlet' stands out with its bicoloured flowers, with petals of a beautiful and flamboyant bright red around a small golden yellow heart. These generous, flat and open flowers are very early: they bloom in the heart of winter, in January and February, on a cushion of dark green leaves. Plant this primrose along the edge of a bed or path or in a balcony planter, in partial shade and in soil that retains moisture.

The Primula acaulis, also known as Primula vulgaris, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the primrose family, a wild species found in our meadows and woodlands. 'Scarlet' is a recent hybrid that stands out for its vigour and large flowers. It is a floriferous plant, which forms a lovely clump of luxuriant foliage in a matter of months, reaching a height of 15 cm (6in) and a width of approximately 20 to 25 cm (8 to 10in). It develops more or less evergreen rosettes of spatulate, wavy and veined leaves, ranging from medium to dark green.

The Rambo F1 'Scarlet' stemless primrose is tough, not intimidated by climatic changes, and easy to grow. Queen of winter balconies and path edges, it is best positioned to be visible from the house, as it is the first to bloom at a time when we don't always feel like going out. This plant sets the stage for the upcoming primroses, followed by forget-me-nots, narcissus, Siberian squill, and Crocus. Under the cover of bushes, in partial shade, they brighten up flowerbeds, rockeries, and short grass meadows, among the snowdrops and violets.

Benefits: The same as those of the officinal primrose and the tall primrose: the flowers are soothing and calming, used in expectorant preparations. The leaves help prevent bruising, and the entire plant (especially the root) has analgesic, anti-spasmodic, diuretic, and expectorant properties.