Melinda Myers

Pasque Flower

Botanical Name

Pulsatilla vulgaris

Min Zone

5

Max Zone

8

Height

10 to 12 inches

Width

12 inches

Flowers

Early to mid spring: pink, purple, red, blue, white

Fruit

As attractive as the flowers, very showy round silky seed heads, clematis-like

Light

Ful sun to part shade

Soil

Moist, well-drained

Planting & Care

• Plants need consistent moisture, especially in warmer climates
• Pasque flower is best left undisturbed once established

Problems

None serious

Varieties

• Rose Bells - deep pink flowers
• Rubra - burgundy-red flowers
• European Purple - blue-purple flowers