{"product_id":"orange-tibetan-cowslip-pm3710","title":"Orange Tibetan Cowslip Seeds, Primula Florindae, Fragrant Orange Perennial for Bogs \u0026 Streamsides, Giant Cowslip, PM3710","description":"Tibetan Cowslip (Primula florindae) Orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso known as giant cowslip or Himalayan cowslip, Primula florindae is native to the river margins and boggy meadows of southeastern Tibet, where it grows in dense colonies along waterways like the Tsangpo. First collected for Western gardens in 1924 by British botanist Frank Kingdon-Ward, who named it after his wife Florinda, this striking primrose has become a beloved garden perennial worldwide, prized for both its size and its remarkable fragrance. This vibrant orange form offers a warmer, richer alternative to the classic yellow, standing out beautifully in beds, borders, and naturalized plantings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe largest species in the genus, Primula Florindae sends up sturdy flower stalks to 3-4 feet tall, topped with nodding umbels of 20-40 bell-shaped, glowing orange flowers dusted with a delicate silvery-white farina. Each bloom releases a honeyed, nutmeg-like fragrance that fills the air on warm days and draws in bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It flowers later than most primroses, extending the primrose season well into summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a true bog-lover, give it consistently moist to wet soil (think streamsides, pond edges, or rain gardens) and it will reward you with years of dramatic, fragrant blooms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination:\u003cbr\u003ePrimula Florindae seeds need a period of cold to break dormancy before they'll germinate reliably. The most effective method:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seeds on the surface of a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix, don't bury them, as they need light to germinate\u003cbr\u003eKeep at warm room temperature (64-71°F \/ 18-22°C) for 2-4 weeks\u003cbr\u003eThen move to cold conditions (24-39°F \/ -4 to +4°C) for 4-6 weeks, a refrigerator works well for this\u003cbr\u003eAfter the cold period, return to a warm, bright spot (60-70°F) and germination should begin within a few weeks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternatively, sow directly outdoors in fall and let nature's winter handle the cold treatment for you, seeds sown in autumn will germinate naturally come spring.\u003cbr\u003eKeep soil consistently moist throughout, these seeds (and eventually the mature plant) never want to dry out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuick growing facts:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow on soil surface, do not cover (light required for germination)\u003cbr\u003eCold stratification required: warm 2-4 weeks, then cold 4-6 weeks\u003cbr\u003eLoves consistently moist to boggy soil\u003cbr\u003ePartial shade to full sun (with adequate moisture)\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for zones 2-9, including cool maritime climates like Iceland, where this primula's preference for cool, consistently moist conditions makes it a particularly good match despite the short growing season\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 3-4 ft | Spread: 2-3 ft\u003cbr\u003ePerennial\u003cbr\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit winner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is for 10 Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe combine shipping on all orders. You pay one flat fee for as many seeds as you would like and orders over $35 ship for free to the US\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll our seeds are rigorously tested for viability and reliable germination","brand":"SeedCult","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53437583524203,"sku":"PM3710","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/5815\/2043\/files\/1_d1351e44-8aa4-48ad-906e-ec2bbdabe49b.png?v=1782771257","url":"https:\/\/seedcult.com\/products\/orange-tibetan-cowslip-pm3710","provider":"SeedCult","version":"1.0","type":"link"}