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Primula auricula

Also Known As

  • Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Primula auricula plant details

Primula auricula is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive species with light green fleshy leaves and a rainbow of possible colors. So many colors that one feels impelled to collect, collect & collect.

Gardening facts about Primula auricula plant

How to Grow Primula auricula

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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