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Primula auricula 'Vulcan'

Also Known As

  • Vulcan Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Vulcan' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula 'Vulcan'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy, red and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Vulcan'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An easy to grow auricula type, with large, round flowers of a rich, velvety-red color over a long period of time. Grows in most well drained garden soils. Full sun is fine in higher elevation and/or cooler regions, otherwise needs a place without afternoo
Rich velvety red and dark burgundy rounded flowers have a showy yellow center eye. Place them where they can be appreciated up close and personal. 6" x 6"

Gardening facts about Primula auricula 'Vulcan' plant

How to Grow Primula auricula 'Vulcan'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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