Primula auricula ‘Larry’ (Primrose)
Primrose 'Larry', Bear's Ears 'Larry', Alpine Auricula Primrose
A strong grower, Primula auricula ‘Larry’ is an evergreen, perennial, alpine auricula forming a rosette of light green leaves with clusters of exquisite, rich purple flowers adorned with lilac petal tips and white centers. Borne on short stems, they are produced in mid to late spring. Hardy and easy to grow, it is perfect for the front of borders, rock gardens, and containers.
- Grow up to 6-8 in. tall and wide (15-20 cm).
- A part shade lover, it is best grown in humus-rich, moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Full sun is tolerated in higher elevation or cooler summer areas.
- A versatile primrose that can be used in beds and borders, in cottage gardens, or in containers.
- Deadhead, and remove dead or damaged leaves as necessary
- Watch out for pests such as aphids, leafhoppers, vine weevil, slugs, and glasshouse red spider mites. May be subject to gray molds.
- Propagate by division or by separating and rooting offsets, after flowering.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 10" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 10" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
