Primula auricula Bavarian Gaudi ‘Gretel’

Primula auricula Bavarian Gaudi 'Gretel' is an auricula primrose displaying rings of red, white and yellow.

Primula auricula ‘Gretel’ from the Bavarian Gaudi series offers large clusters of fragrant, single flowers that look like a bulls eye with an outer ring of red followed by an inner ring of white around mustard yellow centres. Thick, waxy leaves form a low rosette. Enjoys moist but well-drained soil. Use in the alpine, rock and woodland garden, in edging at the front of the border, containers and cut flowers. Deer and rabbit resistant.

Common Name:  Auricula Primrose

Family:  Primulaceae (The Primrose Family)

Zone Hardiness:  4-8

Light:  Part Shade Full Shade Part Sun

Height:  4-8"

Width:  4-8"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Red

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Spring

Soil Moisture:  Average, Moist

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Fragrance:  Yes

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Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Moist cliffs and rocky hillsides.

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