Pulsatilla vulgaris
pasque flower
Silky, deeply divided foliage forms a neat, compact mound, topped by nodding, golden-centred purple flowers from mid-to-late spring. The blooms...
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Plant description
Silky, deeply divided foliage forms a neat, compact mound, topped by nodding, golden-centred purple flowers from mid-to-late spring. The blooms emerge from softly hairy buds, while attractive silvery, feathery seedheads develop on upright stems afterwards, extending the display into summer.
A good choice for sunny rockeries, gravel gardens and the front of borders, Pulsatilla vulgaris is drought tolerant once established and thrives in well-drained soil. Avoid moving it once planted, as it resents root disturbance.
A good choice for sunny rockeries, gravel gardens and the front of borders, Pulsatilla vulgaris is drought tolerant once established and thrives in well-drained soil. Avoid moving it once planted, as it resents root disturbance.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Pulsatilla vulgaris:
Plant in a sunny spot with sharply drained soil, setting it in firmly and watering once to help it settle. Avoid disturbing the roots when weeding or reworking the border, as they dislike being moved, and add a light mulch of gravel or coarse grit to keep the crown dry.
After flowering, let the foliage die back naturally and remove old growth in late winter to make room for fresh shoots.
After flowering, let the foliage die back naturally and remove old growth in late winter to make room for fresh shoots.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
