Pasque Flower seeds - Pulsatilla vulgaris
Pasque Flower seeds - Pulsatilla vulgaris
Pulsatilla vulgaris
Pasqueflower, Common Pasqueflower, European Pasqueflower
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Description
The Violet Pasqueflower (Pulsatilla vulgaris), also known as "Coquerelle", is a small perennial plant with a delicate appearance, yet very cold-resistant. It produces large silky purple flowers that contrast beautifully with their golden stamen centre, in early spring. It is an excellent rockery plant in cool climates. Seed sowing requires a period of cold to break seed dormancy.
Pulsatilla vulgaris, from the Ranunculaceae family, is a perennial plant native to Europe, particularly common in the limestone meadows of the United Kingdom and Western Europe. The plant forms a compact clump and reaches about 20 to 30 cm in height. Its foliage is finely cut, silky, and light green. The basal leaves measure between 10 and 15 cm long and appear at the same time as the flowers in early spring. The foliage is deciduous, meaning it disappears in autumn. The deep violet flowers of this Pasque Flower measure between 5 and 9 cm in diameter. They are bell-shaped, sometimes slightly pendulous, composed of velvety petals. They appear as early as March, often when traces of snow are still present. After pollination by insects, ornamental fluffy seed heads form. After flowering, the stems elongate and the plant can reach up to 30 cm in height.
The Pasque Flower fits well in rockeries, alpine gardens, or at the edge of borders. It pairs well with plants that share its requirements for well-drained soil and sunny locations. It can be combined with Sea Thrift (Armeria), Mountain Everlasting 'Rubra' (Antennaria dioica 'Rubra'), and Corsican Spurge (Euphorbia myrsinites). Together, these plants create a symphony of textures and colours in spring.
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Botanical data
Pulsatilla
vulgaris
Ranunculacea
Pasqueflower, Common Pasqueflower, European Pasqueflower
Anemone pulsatilla, Anemone serotina, Pulsatilla vulgaris var. serotina
Western Europe
Planting and care
The seeds of Pulsatilla vulgaris require a period of dormancy to germinate. To succeed in germination, place the seeds in a plastic bag with a slightly moistened paper towel, then refrigerate for 4 to 6 weeks. Then, sow them directly in the ground or in a seed tray at the end of summer or early autumn. Use well-drained soil, lightly cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil or sand, and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate, which can take 2 to 4 weeks.
Germination is faster if the seeds are sown fresh. It is recommended to protect the young plants during their first winter by keeping them in a cold frame or greenhouse before planting them in the following spring.
Pasqueflower prefers well-drained soils, rich in organic matter and slightly alkaline. This hardy plant can withstand very cold temperatures (down to -30°C) and thrives in full sun or partial shade. Once established, it tolerates periods of drought, but it is essential to keep the soil slightly moist during the growth phase. Avoid overly wet soils that may cause root rot. To encourage abundant flowering, do not move the plants once they are settled, as they do not appreciate being disturbed. Mulching at the base of the plant will help protect the roots in winter
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.