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Primula auricula 'Sword'

Scientific Name: Primula auricula 'Sword'

Also Known As

  • Sword Auricula Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Primula auricula 'Sword' plant details

Primula auricula 'Sword' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring burgundy, chartreuse and green flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Primula auricula 'Sword'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy, chartreuse and green blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Primula auricula 'Sword'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Striking double green variety kindly shared with us by Susan Schnare (We will be offering more of hers in the future) Besides having the most unusual flowers, the plant is a good grower and heavy bloomer. 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.

Gardening facts about Primula auricula 'Sword' plant

How to Grow Primula auricula 'Sword'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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