Primula auricula 'Cortina'

Also Known As

Cortina Auricula Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"-5"
W: 6"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Cortina' plant details

Primula auricula 'Cortina' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula 'Cortina'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Cortina'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One just can't improve this one: perfect red, perfect white center and perfect flower shape. Although a show auricula, which usually shouldn't be exposed to rain avoiding the center to be washed out, we find 'Cortina' is holding very well up to the overhead irrigation. 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.