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Herbaceous Perennial

Pulsatilla rubra

red pasqueflower

A clump-forming perennial to 20cm tall, with silky-hairy leaves much divided into linear lobes, and solitary, nodding bell-shaped dusky red flowers 6-8cm wide opening in spring

Synonyms
Anemone rubra
Pulsatilla vulgaris var. rubra

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Red Green
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Ranunculaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Pulsatilla are herbaceous perennials forming clumps of finely dissected leaves, with solitary, hairy bell-shaped or cup-shaped flowers followed by silky-plumed seed-heads

Name status

Correct

Plant range
Europe

How to grow

Cultivation

Pulsatillas thrive in a well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Winter wet is to be avoided. Once established they dislike being moved

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe. Basal or root cuttings may be possible, but are challenging

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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