Primrose 'Argus', Bear's Ears 'Argus', Alpine Auricula Primrose, Garden Auricula Primrose
Primula auricula ‘Argus’ is an evergreen, perennial, alpine auricula forming a rosette of light green leaves with clusters of large, rich plum-red flowers adorned with a white center. Borne on short stems, they are produced in mid to late spring. Both the flowers and the foliage have a slightly spicy fragrant scent. Introduced in 1895, this vigorous, heirloom primrose offsets prolifically. Hardy and easy to grow, it is perfect for the front of borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Primulaceae |
Genus | Primula |
Common names | Primrose |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Primulaceae |
Genus | Primula |
Common names | Primrose |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Primula auricula ‘Argus’ (Primrose) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Primula auricula ‘Argus’ (Primrose) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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