Cowslip. A native perennial with rosettes of mid-green leaves. Stout stems bear clusters of nodding pale to deep yellow, fragrant flowers in spring. Max Height 10cm to 20cm. Max Spread 15cm to 20cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Primula veris
A native perennial with rosettes of mid-green leaves. Stout stems bear clusters of nodding pale to deep yellow, fragrant flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Primula |
|---|---|
| Species | veris |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cowslip |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 20cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm, 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Meadow |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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