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Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered]

Also Known As

  • Anemone vulgaris
  • Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rubra'
  • Pulsatilla vulgaris var. rubra
  • Pasque Flower
  • PASQUE FLOWER

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-8"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered] plant details

Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: alpine, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered]

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With its tones of deep-reddish-purple, this variety adds yet another color to the early-spring-delight of ?the pasque flowers have opened!?; showy, silky seed-heads follow to lengthen the season of enjoyment. S/M
Deep red to almost burgundy, these large, bell-shaped flowers are loaded with golden stamens for pizzazz. Downy stems are a fun treat as are the fluffy seed heads. 1 x 1 ft.Minimum temperature: -20?F
Nice rich red form of the Pasque Flower. This makes over time a full mound of finely dissected foliage with a bunch of flower stems bearing the large cheery red flowers. Sun and some decent drainage and you're good to go.

Gardening facts about Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered] plant

How to Grow Pulsatilla vulgaris [red-flowered]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

See other plant types of Pulsatilla for your garden

aka Anemone pulsatilla, Meadow Anemone, Pasque Flower, Wind Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-12"

Width: 6"-10"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Pulsatilla vulgaris flower by Panayoti Kelaidis
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aka Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Papagano', Pulsatilla vulgaris ssp.grandis 'Papageno', Papageno Pasque Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-15"

Width: 8"-15"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Papageno' flower by Panayoti Kelaidis
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aka Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Red Bell', Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rote Glocke', Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rote Glocke' Bells Series, Red Bell Pasqueflower, Red Bells Pasque Flower, Rote Glocke Pasque Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Röde Klokke' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-16"

Width: 24"

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Pulsatilla grandis flower by Kurt Stueber
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aka Anemone vulgaris, Pulsatilla vulgaris 'White', Alba Pasque Flower, White Pasque Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 8"-10"

  • sun - shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Alba' flower, form by Marco Klüber
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