Auriclas are a species of primula - 2000 varieties of alpine primroses in a wonderful range of colours and forms, and can be grown in greenhouses, conservatorie

Auriculas are spring-flowering alpine beauties and a sensational draw whenever they are seen, at primula and auricula flower shows, on display in auricula theat

In this unique book established garden writer Patricia Cleveland-Peck tells the story of the auricula's journey from its native Alpine habitat into the gardens

Primulas are available in a huge variety of colors—from subtle pales to shocking oranges—and shapes—from small varieties perfect for borders to long-stem

A 1951 botanical account of the auricula, but also a social history of this most popular of 'florist's flowers'.