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How To Tell A Primrose From A Cowslip

How To Tell A Primrose From A Cowslip

When primroses (Primula vulgaris) and cowslips (Primula veris) are in flower then telling the difference between these two spring flowers is the essence of simplicity. Whilst the primrose has classic open flowers, the clowslip has a number of smaller, bellshaped flowers attached to a stem held high above the plant. However when these two plants aren't in flower, identification becomes rather more difficult due to the similar appearance of the leaves. However there *is* a way to tell th

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