See the beautiful red and yellow primroses I was given in the article Primrose Passion. Next year I can dig some up and display them again in this thrifty auricula theatre. Later I'll probably transplant into the garden because I don't think they will overwinter well in pots. They maybe supplied as plain steel (just made) which will develop a. Made from 6mm solid steel bar with a natural rust finish. The stand has six rings to fit 75mm (3) flower pots. I can't wait until they are all in bloom this spring. An auricula theatre which would look perfect hanging outside a garden shed or against a brick wall planted up with primroses, violas or herbs. Deadhead as flowers fade, unless you want seed. Sow seed in late January, or remove offsets after flowering. Keep some auriculas shaded from summer sun and rain. The other auriculas I purchased were: Brookfield, Arundel Stripe and Gordon Douglas. Buy and plant in spring when they are flowering. Designed to hold nine or twelve 9-12cm diameter pots, they can also be used for violas and other small alpine plants, or indoor plants such as cacti. This is the one that's in flower called Primula auricula 'Blue Velvet.' I believe they are primula vulgaris, not auricula but they are also very pretty and so special to me. So I dug up some of my yellow primulas from the garden to pot up and display in the theatre. Unfortunately only one had any flowers this early in the season. They came carefully wrapped in sisal fiber and newspaper.Įach one had a nice tag with their name, description, and growing information. I purchased four beautiful Primrose auriculas online from Edelweiss Perennials in Oregon. Then I spray painted it with a couple of coats of dark brown indoor/outdoor paint. Yes, it's a little crooked but I am grateful for the help. My husband helped me add a shelf to the inside. Something about its shape reminded me of a house. This old drawer was only $5.00 at a thrift store. Making a Thrifty Primula Auricula Theatre Don't forget to check below this tutorial for all of the other talented creative thrifty ideas from the team. Designed to hold nine 9-12cm diameter pots, they can also be used for violas and other small alpine plants, or vases of individual blooms as shown here. A perfect project to share for this month's Thrifty Team Style. When I came across an old drawer at a thrift store I thought it might make a great mini auricula theatre. Some even have faux wood curtains just like a real theater. A practice that dates back to the 1700s in England. What's an Auricula Theatre?Īn auricula theatre is a hanging display case for prized auricula primroses. Other larger pot and plant stands can be seen more as feature pieces, such as our Plant Theatre and Classic Plant Theatre.įor dotting around the garden, we have a wide range of pots and containers, and our Zinc Planters of various shapes and sizes are made of galvanised steel with a zinc coating, meaning they will weather well, and even take on a rusted aged appearance over time, to make it seem as though they’ve always been part of the garden.By subscribing, I consent to receiving emails. The same is true of more delicate plants, like snowdrops and violas, grown in small terracotta pots. With beautiful leaf detailing on each point and a hanging bracket to attach it to the wall. A more decorative version of our original Auricula Theatre, this theatre has individual compartments to showcase each plant or vase, with a slatted back to show off the plants and the terracotta pots. This metal Auricula theatre would look perfect hanging outside a garden shed or against a brick wall planted up with primroses, violas, Auriculas or herbs.

Some plants - primulas and polyanthus, look great grouped together en masse, so the three-tier Auricula Stand is perfect for these plants. Handmade in Dorset, these vintage-look plant shelves are crafted from durable cedar wood which will last many years outside. Just as lighting can make a huge difference to a space, and really show it off, be it interior or exterior plant pots, plant stands, containers and plant theatres will display your plants and flowers in the best possible way, ensuring you get the most enjoyment and pleasure from them! Auricula Theatres can be made to order so please contact John (07970 556 915) with your requirements: Measurements required.

Choosing the right pots, containers and plant stands for your plants is incredibly important and it can also be a lot of fun.

Auricula theatre pots