This relative of the Primula has tall stems of pinkish-purple flowers in spring. Cortusa matthioli (sometimes called Alpine bells) is a flowering plant native to the mountains of southern and eastern Europe, including the Alps and the Carpathians. Plants will self-seed readily.

Type: Hardy perennial

Height: 20-25cm, 10"

Location: Shade or part sun

Hardiness zones: 4-9

Seeds per packet: 50