Talking Dirty (Jane-Ann Walton - Auricula Special, Episode 45)

Sometimes they're so perfect, it's hard to believe they're real - In this week's Talking Dirty podcast it's ALL about Auriculas as grower Jane-Ann Walton explains the different types and how to grow these Diva plants. From compost mixes, to dealing with pests like root aphid and red spider mite, the best pots to use, overwintering, where to start if you're a beginner and even helpful tools - Jane-Ann bring over thirty years experience to the podcast. Plus she wows Alan Gray and Thordis with some stunning varieties.

And it's not quite all Auriculas. The trio can't stop themselves getting carried away with a few other horticultural treasures as well, as the plant list shows!

PLANT LIST

Primula auricula 'Lavender Lady'

Primula auricula 'Helen Ruan'

Primula auricula 'Sanctuary Wood'

Primula auricula 'Edith Major'

Primula auricula 'Andrea Julie'

Primula auricula 'Eden Blue Star'

Primula auricula 'Night and Day'

Primula auricula 'Argus'

Primula auricula 'Brick Lane'

Primula auricula 'Mrs Robinson'

Primula auricula 'Crinoline'

Primula auricula 'Seen A Ghost'

Primula auricula 'Nantenan'

Primula auricula 'Holyrood'

Primula auricula 'Brookfield'

Primula auricula 'Starling'

Primula auricula 'Crimple'

Primula auricula 'Blue Chip'

Primula auricula 'Kingfisher'

Tulipa 'James Wild'  

Myosotidium hortensia

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea'

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Kinshiden'

Viola odorata 'King of Violets'