Plant Details

Primula vulgaris

Primrose, Common Primrose, English Primrose

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General Information

Scientific name: Primula vulgaris
Also known as: Primrose, Common Primrose, English Primrose

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.30 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Ground cover, Fragrant

Description

Young leaves of this plant can be eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable, and added to soups. They have a mild flavor, but the texture can be somewhat difficult. These leaves are often available in the winter. The flowers can also be eaten raw or cooked. They make a nice garnish for salads and can be prepared as a vegetable or preserved. When the flowers are just opened, they can be fermented with water and sugar to make a delicious and intoxicating wine. Both the flowers and the leaves can be used to make syrup or tea.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/04
End of Harvest: 31/05