Problem

Why is my common primrose dropping leaves?

Primula vulgaris

Leaf drop on a common primrose usually has one of three causes — watering, light or a pest. Walk through them in order before reaching for a treatment.

Common primrose (Primula vulgaris)
Foto: Bernd Haynold / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.5

Most likely causes

Detailed cause-by-cause guide is being prepared. In the meantime: check watering rhythm, sunlight match, and any visible pests on the underside of leaves.

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