Appearance
"Primula bulleyana" is one of a group known as candelabra primulas, so called because of the tiered arrangement of their flowers. It is a semi-evergreen perennial. The sturdy, erect flowering stems appear in summer and are 50–60 centimetres long, rising in groups from a rosette of leaves 12–35 centimetres long and 3–10 centimetres broad. The whorls of multiple orange-yellow flowers, opening from red buds, are arranged in tiers. It thrives in a bright, moist environment, such as beside a pond.This plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Naming
The plant formerly known as "Primula beesiana" is now regarded as a synonym of "P. bulleyana" subsp. "beesiana" A.J.Richards. It is similar in size and form to its parent, but has purple blooms. It is likewise a recipient of the RHS award.Evolution
It was first introduced by George Forrest from Yunnan province, China, in 1906, and named after Arthur K Bulley, his first sponsor, who was a cotton broker from Liverpool and a keen amateur gardener. He founded the Bees Ltd. nursery and was responsible for the introduction of many hardy plants and alpines to Britain in the early 20th century.References:
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