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Today's bloom is Alpine Auricula 'Sirius' (Primula auricula)

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Bloom of the Day for April 27th, 2011:

Alpine Auricula 'Sirius'
(Primula auricula)

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Photo copyright kniphofia. Unauthorized use prohibited.

Thumbnail of Alpine Auricula (Primula auricula)

Information:
Bloom time of year: Mid Spring

Sun requirements: Sun to Partial Shade

Cold hardiness: Zone 7a

Height: 6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

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about this plant at PlantFiles.

4 members have or want this plant for trade.

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pixie62560 wrote:
Love the colors on this...I need to get me some more primrose!

plantladylin wrote:
Oh wow, I've never seen or heard of this plant. I love the color combination ... very beautiful!

locakelly wrote:
Wow - new to me too;o) Not really any info in PlantFiles except the lovely photos.

marti001 wrote:
Love the picture. It really shows off this beautiful flower. The others are right, I'll have to find out if this will grow in my area. Did a little digging> Try google for Alpine auricula 'Sirius' than go to the 8th listing. There are alot of these flowers and of different colors. Doing more digging. This message was edited Apr 27, 2011 7:33 PM

Lilyofthenight wrote:
ooOOOOHHH!! Very cool indeed!

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