Chiquita

Prague

Eli Jenkins

The Southern Society

The National Auricula & Primula Society - Southern Section was founded in 1876 by and for enthusiasts who raised and exhibited Auriculas, Gold-Laced polyanthus and other primulas.

Auriculas have been grown for several hundreds of years and are one of the last surviving old-fashioned 'Florists' flowers.

In the early 17th century competitions called "Florists Feasts" were held where the prize might be a copper kettle and a good deal of money.

Since that time, as fashions and preferences changed some types of auriculas were lost to cultivation. It is only due to the dedication of a few growers in the last fifty years that Striped Auriculas, Double Auriculas and Gold-Laced Polyanthuses are once again being grown.

In the early 20th century as plant finders travelled the world, new varieties of Primulas were discovered. There are now several hundred different species that vary from very easy to grow to almost impossible. A visit to one of our shows will enthral you, but beware, growing primulas may be addictive.

Gold Laced Polyanthus

Wharfedale Crusader

Clarence Elliott