#Auricula plants full#

Keep the plants moist without saturating them, and remove dying leaves to prevent fungus problems.Įlsewhere on the website we will soon give more information about seed sowing and breeding new plants. Gold Laced Polyanthus start into growth in February, and in March or April they may be given a dilute feed of Maxi-crop to promote dark leaves. Plants in pots should be re-potted into fresh compost every year, usually in July and August. 2 compostĪpproximately one / sixth part horticultural charcoal Here is one suggested potting mix for GLPs:Ģ parts good quality John Innes No. Ideally the bed should face north or north-west and be protected from strong sunlight in the summer. Please specify which date you will be collecting on in the 'order notes' box at the checkout.In the ground they appreciate a prepared bed enriched with organic material which will help conserve moisture.Collections can be picked up any day by appointment except Sunday.Bareroot plants ordered for collection from the nursery can be ready 10 working days after the order has been placed.Potted plants ordered for collection from the nursery can be ready 4 working days after the order has been placed.If there are any problems with your order you will contacted via email or phone to discuss the order.

We only do this to herbaceous perennials that will rejuvenate stronger from the base.

Sometimes it is necessary to ‘cut back’ your plants for the good of the plants and to insure safe packing and arrival of your order.

Whilst we try and keep our website up to date inevitably during busy period’s plants may sell out.

We only send plants of optimum quality therefore your delivery may be split and plants sent to follow later.

Bareroot plants can take between 7-10 days before dispatch.

Including Pelargoniums, Auriculas and Irises click here for more details

Some plants are seasonal and only dispatched at certain times of the year.

There are EXCEPTIONS during busy periods – please click here to find out about current dispatch times.

We aim to dispatch majority of orders within 5-7 working days.

#Auricula plants full#

We recommend growing Auriculas in display pots rather than in the border as they can be easily swamped by other herbaceous plants.Ĭlick here for full Auricula growing details and how and when to order. They can easily be propagated via division of the rosettes. Primula auriculas are hardy to cold and suffer from few pests and diseases. They require shading from scorching sun in the summer but good natural daylight in the winter and early spring. In brief auricula plants need a well-drained compost, they dislike being over watered especially in the winter. They have hybridised over the past 400 years by plant enthusiasts to create the thousands of varieties we have available today. Hardy.Ĭommonly known as Mountain Cowslips or Bear’s Ears the first species forms and natural hybrids originate from the mountain regions of central Europe. Allow natural light in the winter and spring but shade in the hot summer, shelter from wet in the winter. NEW AURICULA AVAILABILITY DUE FOR RELEASE ON THURSDAY 15th MARCH AROUND 7pm