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Pulsatilla vulgaris

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Pulsatilla vulgaris

Large cup shaped purple-hued flowers over soft ferny foliage. Thrives in sunny, well drained spots. To 40cm. Fresh 2025 seed now in stock.

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£ 2.50
In stock - more than 30 100% Peat Free
RHS AGM Pollinators

Description

Large cup shaped purple-hued flowers over soft ferny foliage. Thrives in sunny, well drained spots. Flower heads develop into attractive silvery seed heads in summer. To 40cm.

At A Glance

Common Name Pasque flower
Type
Height 30cm to 60cm
Colour purple
Spread Rate slow
Flowering spring
Soil Type drained,dry
Aspect sun
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

Sue's Notes

The seed heads catch the light beautifully in mid-summer. Lots of people ask about the 'silver flowers' in the garden. Collect the seed when the seed easily falls away. Sow straight away by pushing the seeds gently head first into very gritty compost, then cover with grit.