Primula veris

Primula veris

Sweet lemon yellow single flowers with red-orange markings are born on stems 5"-6" above toothed leaves in early to mid spring. This primula is native to temperate areas of Europe and Asia, and has been introduced and has naturalized in eastern North America. The common name of cowslip may be a reference to the moist slippery habitat of cow pastures (cows slipping and sliding around).

Type: Unique
Genus: Primula
Species: veris
Bloom Time: March; April
Fragrance: Lightly Fragrant
Exposure: Partial Shade
Color: yellow
Deciduous/Evergreen: Semi-Evergreen
Ultimate Height: 6 inches
Hardiness Zone: 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8
Growth Habit: low mound
Water Requirements: once a week