Primula auricula [Hinton Fields]

Also Known As

Hinton Fields Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-4"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Primula auricula [Hinton Fields] plant details

Primula auricula [Hinton Fields] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring chocolate, green and orange flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula [Hinton Fields]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate, green and orange blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, repeat-blooming, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula [Hinton Fields]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(Received as such; looks more like 'Greta') Unusual coloring, changing from orange to almost brown, with the green edge more or less prominent. Easy grower and good rebloomer. Grows in most well drained garden soils. Full sun is fine in higher elevation and/or cooler regions, otherwise needs a place without afternoon heat. For the front of borders, rock gardens and troughs.