Cowslip (Primula veris) – 500 Fresh Seeds from JustSeed

Cowslip is a classic British native wild flower valued for its delicate nodding yellow flowers carried on slender stems above low rosettes of green leaves. Once widespread in traditional meadows, it remains a favourite for naturalistic and wildlife-friendly planting.

This hardy perennial flowers in spring and is an important early nectar source for bees and other pollinators emerging after winter. Cowslip is well suited to grassland, meadow margins, and lightly managed lawns.

Primula veris prefers well-drained soils and performs best in sunny or lightly shaded positions. Once established, plants are long-lived and require little maintenance.

This 500-seed pack is ideal for gardeners establishing wildflower meadows, wildlife areas, or native planting schemes.

Why Grow Cowslip?

• British native perennial wild flower

• Nodding yellow spring flowers

• Excellent early nectar source for pollinators

• Ideal for meadows and naturalised planting

• Hardy and reliable in UK conditions

• Includes 500 fresh, high-quality seeds

How to Grow

• Sow Outdoors: August–October or February–April

• Germination: 14–28 days (may require cold period)

• Depth: Surface sow or lightly press into soil

• Position: Full sun or light shade

• Soil: Well-drained, low to moderate fertility soil

• Flowering: Spring (from second year)

Tip: Autumn sowing helps natural cold stratification and improves germination.

Great For

• Wildflower meadows

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Grassland and meadow restoration

• Naturalised planting schemes

• Growers wanting native perennial flowers

ABOUT JUSTSEED

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