Primula auricula 'Fred Booley'

Also Known As

Fred Booley Auricula Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5"
W: 8"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Fred Booley' plant details

Primula auricula 'Fred Booley' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in alkaline, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula 'Fred Booley'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 0 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Fred Booley'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fully double, purple-violet flowers on this outstanding selection. A good grower, too. 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.