Overview
Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Pulsatilla, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' 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 vulgaris, the pasqueflower, is a species of flowering plant belonging to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), found locally on calcareous grassland in Europe, and widely cultivated in gardens. It was considered part of the genus Anemone, to which it is closely related.
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 vulgaris 'Pulsar White' 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 vulgaris 'Pulsar White'
- 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 vulgaris 'Pulsar White'?
Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' need?
Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' 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 vulgaris 'Pulsar White' hardy in the UK?
Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Pulsar White' 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 vulgaris 'Pulsar White'?
Seed sown as soon as ripe, Root cuttings in winter.
More in the Pulsatilla genus
- Pulsatilla alba
- Pulsatilla alpinaalpine anemone
- Pulsatilla koreana
- Pulsatilla montanamountain pasqueflower
- Pulsatilla patens subsp. flavescens
- Pulsatilla violacea
- Pulsatilla vulgarispasqueflower
- Pulsatilla red-flowered