Cowslip
Primula veris
Species Information
Height:
10–25cm
Flower Colour:
Yellow
Flowering Period:
April–May
Growth Habit:
Basal rosette with upright flower stems
Likes:
Sun or partial shade; moist, well-drained soils
Wildlife Value:
Vital early nectar for bees and butterflies
Cowslip is one of Britain’s most cherished spring wildflowers. Its delicate, nodding clusters of scented, golden-yellow blooms lift the meadow in early spring when few other flowers are open. Cowslip is a vital early-season nectar source for bumblebees, solitary bees, and early butterflies. It thrives in traditional meadow conditions and contributes to a natural, romantic woodland-edge feel. Historically, cowslips were used in traditional remedies and were an important symbol of springtime across the UK.
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