Primula veris

English Cowslip

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.445.390

English Cowslip is a very hardy species of Primrose, bearing upright stems of nodding lemon-yellow flowers in mid-spring. Flowers are very fragrant, making this an old favourite to gardeners that are familiar with it. Certainly an easy Primrose to please, happy in average to heavy soils and a partial shade exposure. This associates well with a wide range of spring flowering bulbs, as well as other rock garden species, especially blue Pulmonaria and Brunnera. Will tolerate full sun in cool summer regions.

Further details for
Primula veris

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Partial Shade

Soil Type
Sandy or
Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Yellow

Blooming Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Fragrant
  Massed
  Waterside
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
20-25 cm
8-10 inches

Spread
25-30 cm
10-12 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium