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Primula veris (cowslip)
Primula veris (cowslip)
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🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Primula veris, commonly known as cowslip, is a charming early-spring perennial that brings cheerful color and gentle fragrance to the garden when little else is in bloom. Bright yellow, bell-shaped flowers appear in clustered umbels atop upright stems, rising above tidy clumps of pebbled green foliage.
This beloved European wildflower is especially valued for rock gardens, woodland edges, and perennial borders, where its compact size and early bloom provide a welcome pop of color. In milder climates, cowslip may retain some evergreen foliage, extending its garden interest beyond spring.
Cowslip also has a long history of traditional medicinal use, making it a meaningful addition to herb gardens and historical plantings. Easy to grow and cold hardy, it thrives with regular moisture and cool temperatures.
Plant Highlights
- Early spring bloomer with bright yellow, fragrant flowers
- Compact, clump-forming habit ideal for small spaces
- Excellent for rock gardens and borders
- Historically used as a medicinal herb
- Cold-hardy and reliable in northern climates
Plant Details
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial (sometimes grown as an annual)
- Height x Width: 4–10 in. tall x ~8 in. wide
- Flower Size: ½–1 inch wide
- Bloom Time: Early spring
- USDA Zones: 2–6
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Water Needs: Regular watering
Best Uses
- Rock gardens
- Woodland gardens
- Perennial borders
- Early-season color
- Medicinal and herb gardens
Who This Plant Is Best For
Primula veris (Cowslip) is a wonderful choice if you:
- Want early spring color when most plants are still dormant
- Garden in rocky, cool, or woodland-style landscapes
- Appreciate plants with traditional medicinal and historical significance
- Live in cold climates and need hardy, reliable perennials
- Prefer compact plants that won’t overwhelm smaller spaces
This plant is especially well suited for gardeners who enjoy classic cottage-garden plants, early blooms, and subtle fragrance.
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.
When I was a kid my aunt had cowslip in her woods in Tennessee. It was always cool to see the bright green foliage in winter and to see the brilliant flowers. These came in fine condition, well-rooted but not pot-bound, and with lush new growth. Very pleased.