
Grows 6-8 high and wide, and hardy in zones 2-9. Great for rock gardens and containers because they prefer superb drainage and alkaline soil.

Rare, and a bit more challenging to grow. They are scented and have wavy edged petals. Clusters of distinctive flat topped flowers in bright colors often with a thick white eye bloom early to late spring. A border variety with oxblood red heavily mealed flowers on stems up to 25cm (9inches) tall during April / May. Combine them with Helleborus (Hellebores), Dicentras (Bleeding Hearts), Anemone nemorosa (Wood Anemones), Viola cornuta (Violets), Sedums or Sempervivums. Description Typical dusty miller leaves covered in farina. Hardy and exquisite, Border and Alpine Auriculas are vigorous, free-flowering primroses that are strong and sturdy enough to.
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They will fully enjoy the spring sun before the shrubs unfolds their umbrella of leaves, and will be protected from the summer sun when the shrubs are in full leaf. Plant them under deciduous shrubs, such as Acers (Maples), Viburnums, Philadelphus (Mock Orange), Hamamelis (Witch Hazels) or Rose shrubs. They look fabulous by themselves but can be planted with companion plants.Feed as they come into growth and stop when they finish flowering.Remove decaying leaves to reduce risk of fungal infections, discard old blooms to avoid rot in the crown. If grown in pots, repot into fresh compost each year. They require little attention, aside from division, every 2-3 years, in early spring or fall.One of my nursery specimens produced seed so I collected and sowed the seed. Make sure they sit in a partially shaded spot protected from the hot summer sun and the soil does not dry out. Primula auricula Dusty Miller Heirloom Seedling. While they can stand more sun than many other primulas, they always do better in dappled shade. Auricula 'Old Black Isle Dusty Miller' Primula Auricula, or Auricula, is a variety of the primula family that has a very colourful showy cluster of subtly fragrant flowers on a single sturdy stem arising from a basal rosette of broad 'ear-shaped' leaves (the name 'auricular' comes from the shape of the leaves). Sharp drainage is vital (they dislike wet feet) and heavy clay soils are best avoided. They thrive and are almost indestructible if planted in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade.

They bloom for up to 3 months (in normal weather conditions) and sometimes flower again in the fall.

They do not display farina on their flowers or leaves, and can be safely planted outside as they will not spoil in the rain. OLD YELLOW DUSTY MILLER Flowering period : Early - late spring Ultimate Height : 10-15 cm Hardiness : -30C Foliage : Evergreen Sunlight : Partial shade. Huge collection, amazing choice, 100+ million high quality, affordable RF and RM images. Alpine Auriculas are noted for their flat, rounded petals and the gradual shading of their petals - dark towards their heart and light at the petal tips. Find the perfect dusty miller garden auricula primula stock photo.These are best kept out of the rain when they flower, to avoid spoiling their pretty faces. Border Auriculas are often sweetly scented and some varieties are heavily dusted with a white powder (meal or farina) on their leaves or flowers.All look terrific in large containers, or planted in groups at the edge of borders, along paths or in rockeries. Primula auricula 'Old Yellow Dusty Miller' (Au/B) Buy this plant Plant nurseries 7 suppliers Save to My plants Unlimited days out Individual RHS membership from 47. DUSTY MILLER Flowering period : Early - late spring Ultimate Height : 10-15 cm Hardiness : -30C Foliage : Evergreen Sunlight : Partial shade. There are hundreds of cultivars available. Primula auricula Dusty miller Primula farinosa Bird’s ee Primula scotica Poudert beau Primula veris Cou’s mooth Ither names: Leddy’s fingers Primula vulgaris Mey-flouer Ither names: Mey-spink, Meysie, Bog-spink Prunella vulgaris Blaw-weary Ither names: Hert-o-the-yird, Puir-man’s-claver, Prince’s feathers, Crochle-girse. These evergreen perennial plants are incredibly diverse in size and come in almost every color imaginable. Hardy and exquisite, Border and Alpine Auriculas are vigorous, free-flowering primroses that are strong and sturdy enough to withstand most weather conditions and be grown in the garden.
