blossom
Flowering begins in April/May. The flowers are arranged in umbels, sometimes up to 30 on a stem. The golden to pale yellowish flowers usually have a clearly defined, powdery eye, which is slightly lighter in color than the petals. The color palette of the cultivars ranges from white to yellow and pink to shades of red and violet. The flower heads are between 1.5 and 2.5 cm in size.
Location requirements
Planting should take place in September or October. If growing from seed, sowing should begin in summer (June/July) in seed trays. Auricula requires fresh, compost-enriched, nutrient-poor soil. Gravelly-rich, calcareous soil is ideal. When choosing a location, care should be taken to ensure the perennial is not exposed to direct sunlight. A slightly sunny to partially shaded location is best. Approximately 25 plants are needed per square meter.
