Primula auricula 'Calypso'

Also Known As

Calypso Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

3a-11

Primula auricula 'Calypso' plant details

Primula auricula 'Calypso' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring pink 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 'Calypso'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Calypso'

USDA Zones: 3a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For hundreds of years gardeners have been growing Auriculas, & they are some of our favorite plants here at Annie’s. We don’t think that there are enough of them available to the general public, either, so we’ve been propagating some of our own selected seedlings to share! They are limited in quantity, & so will only be available to our mail-order customers. ‘Calypso’ is a gold centered Alpine auricula, with deep pink coloring towards the center of the petals that fades to a light pink towards the outer edge. It’s a vigorous grower, happy in pots, & here in the bay area it blooms on & off all year, though it’s showiest season is Spring. Rich soil is best – keep out of hot, direct sun!