Primula auricula 'Old Mustard'

Also Known As

Old Mustard Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5"
W: 8"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Old Mustard' plant details

Primula auricula 'Old Mustard' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow 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 'Old Mustard'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Old Mustard'

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

Rarely offered and very unique; bronzy-orange buds open to burnt-orange/ochre flowers, eventually maturing to gold. All this with a pure white center and narrow, white-mealy foliage. 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.