Cowslip (Primula Veris) is a perennial herb in the Primulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Primula veris is a perennial herbaceous plant with bright yellow, fragrant, nodding flowers borne in clusters atop upright stems, rising from a basal rosette of wrinkled green leaves.

Cowslip

Cowslip

Primula Veris

Primula veris is a perennial herbaceous plant with bright yellow, fragrant, nodding flowers borne in clusters atop upright stems, rising from a basal rosette of wrinkled green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, naturalizing, early color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cowslip

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Primulaceae
Genus:Primula