A small container garden in spring with border and alpine auriculas alongside succulent echeveria, all planted in terracotta pots
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Create a mesmerising potted display with auriculas in a variety of beautiful hues
Boasting an array of gloriously vibrant colours auriculas burst onto the scene in spring, winning admirers with their elegance and charm. Their appeal comes from the jewel-like luminosity of every flower and the variety of patterns, petal edgings and markings, which are most appreciated at close range. The Latin name, Primula auricula, derives from primus, meaning first – because it flowers early – and auricula loosely translates as ‘small ear’, giving rise to the common name ‘bear’s ear’, which refers to the cupped shape of the leaves.