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Primula auricula 'Parakeet'

Also Known As

  • Parakeet Auricula Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-5"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Parakeet' plant details

Primula auricula 'Parakeet' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with 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 'Parakeet'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 3 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, unique, woodland garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Parakeet'

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

Yellow flowers with irregular green edges and somewhat pointy petals, giving them a star-shape appearance. 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.

Gardening facts about Primula auricula 'Parakeet' plant

How to Grow Primula auricula 'Parakeet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • chartreuse
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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