Overview
Pulsatilla alba is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Pulsatilla, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pulsatilla alba grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, alpine bed, gravel garden and patio and container plants.
About
Pulsatilla alpina, the alpine pasqueflower or alpine anemone, is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to the mountain ranges of central and southern Europe, from central Spain to Croatia. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 15–30 cm (6–12 in) tall by 20 cm (8 in) wide, and can be found at altitudes of 1,200–2,700 m (3,900–8,900 ft). Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy in most of the UK (RHS H5). It works well for rock garden, alpine bed, gravel garden and patio and container plants. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pulsatilla
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Pulsatilla alba size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Alpine bed, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pulsatilla alba
- Propagation
- Seed sown as soon as ripe, Root cuttings in winter
- Pest resistance
- Slugs may eat the flowers
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pulsatilla alba?
Pulsatilla alba prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pulsatilla alba need?
Pulsatilla alba is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pulsatilla alba hardy in the UK?
Pulsatilla alba has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Pulsatilla alba?
Seed sown as soon as ripe, Root cuttings in winter.
More in the Pulsatilla genus
- Pulsatilla alpinaalpine anemone
- Pulsatilla koreana
- Pulsatilla montanamountain pasqueflower
- Pulsatilla patens subsp. flavescens
- Pulsatilla violacea
- Pulsatilla vulgarispasqueflower
- Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White'
- Pulsatilla red-flowered