About
This compact, clump-forming perennial, to 15cm tall, with finely-divided leaves that are silky when young. In spring, flowers comprising deep red petals surrounding a central boss of yellow stamens are held on erect stems and are followed by silky seedheads.
About the 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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
ToxicityCan cause mild stomach upset if ingested. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow in very well-drained soil in full sun; suitable for rock garden, scree or alpine bed. Resents disturbance and can be hard to establish
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by root cuttings in the winter
Pest resistanceSlugs may eat the flowers
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free