Colours are often more subtle and the edges between the colours less defined.Īll types are available with double flowers. Border auriculas are perfectly happy growing outside all year, edging a border or in containers. They have no white dusting (farina) on the leaves or flowers, and the centre is one colour (such as yellow).ģ. Alpine auriculas often have less elaborate markings on the flowers than the show types, and are grown in the same way as border auriculas, so will stand up to weather. Their curious colourways and striking appearance can make them tantalising to grow, but they do require some dedication.Ģ. Overwinter them in an unheated greenhouse or cold frame as they cannot tolerate winter wet. The flowers and foliage often have a white eye made of a flour-like ‘farina’, which is washed off by rain unless protected. These are open shelves on which the pots are arranged in rows like audience members. Show auriculas have a long and fascinating history and are traditionally displayed in auricula theatres. Their growing requirements are different.ġ. These three types of auricula - show, alpine and border - are catorgorised by their flower forms. These are hardy in a cold winter throughout the UK - can withstand temperatures down to -15☌ (5☏), but do need shelter from rain and summer sun in an alpine house and are best grown in pots. Border auriculas, however, put up with the worst of winter weather. Malvern Autumn Show - 22–24 September 2023Īuriculas are perennials that include the show and alpine types with their almost artificially perfect flowers.RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show - 5–10 September 2023.RHS Garden Rosemoor Flower Show - 18–20 August 2023.RHS Garden Hyde Hall Flower Show - 2–6 August 2023.RHS Flower Show Tatton Park - 19–23 July 2023.RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival - 4–9 July 2023.

Auricula plant