How to grow Cowslip

Primula veris

May be Winter Sown. Do NOT cover seed as it requires light for germination. High temperatures will inhibit germination.

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 10°C / 50°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations*, you should look at sowing Cowslip about 105 days before your last frost date .

These estimates for how long Cowslip takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Cowslip to germinate?: 43 days
Average 43 days | Min 30 days | Max 82 days (2)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Cowslip?: + 58 days
Average 58 days | Min 58 days | Max 58 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Cowslip is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 32 days
Average 32 days | Min 32 days | Max 32 days (2)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Cowslip?: = 133 days

Our when to plant Cowslip estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Cowslip before or after your last frost date.: 105 days before Last Frost Date

Many sources say that this is a favorite plant of faeries and that it’s a great way to attract them to your garden.

Cowslip primrose, common cowslip, primrose

Primula veris L.