Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be affected by a virus, primula brown core and grey mould (botrytis)
Pests
Prone to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, leafhopper, vine weevil and slugs
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auricula 'Adrian' · Primula auricula 'Adrian'
Alpine auriculas are best grown in pots in an alpine house or cold frame, in a mix of equal parts loam-based potting compost, leaf mould, peat or peat-substitute, and grit. Alternatively, grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade
May be affected by a virus, primula brown core and grey mould (botrytis)
Prone to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, leafhopper, vine weevil and slugs
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