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Genus: Primula

Species: veris

Common Name: Cowslip

Family: Primulaceae

Order: Ericales

Native: Europe

Habit: Herbaceous Perennial

Height: 0.5 to 1 foot

Width: 0.5 to 0.75 foot

Flowering Season: Early Spring

Flower Color: Yellow, White or crimson

Propagation: Seed or division

Zone: 4-8

Note: This plant is suitable for edging and containers. Prefers partly shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.