Pasqueflower - Red - Pulsatilla vulgaris - Delicate fluffy blooms - Fresh Seeds

Pasqueflower Red (Pulsatilla vulgaris) is a long-lived perennial that brings gentle beauty to the garden each spring. From early March, its delicate, bell-shaped flowers appear on slender stems, adding the first colours of the season. The plant forms neat, compact clumps reaching about 30 cm in height, and it stays decorative after flowering as soft, silvery seed heads develop. It is well suited to perennial borders, rock gardens, and natural-style planting. Hardy and low maintenance, it overwinters well and returns reliably each year, offering a calm, natural elegance.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds about 1.5 cm deep. Lightly cover with soil after sowing and keep the compost evenly moist, without waterlogging.

When to sow under cover

Sow from March to May under light cover. These conditions support even germination and help young plants develop a strong root system before planting out.

Planting time

Transplant young plants outdoors from May to July, once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has passed. At this time, plants establish quickly and can form strong clumps within the same year.

Spacing

Space plants about 20 x 30 cm apart. This allows each plant to spread comfortably while keeping a dense, balanced look in beds and rockeries.

Flowering period

Pasqueflower flowers from March to June, producing many blooms. After flowering, the fluffy, silvery seed heads continue to decorate the plant, adding a light, romantic detail among fresh spring growth.

Growing tips

Grow in full sun in free-draining, light, moderately fertile soil. Avoid overly wet positions and keep it away from aggressively spreading plants, as it does not like strong competition. It tolerates low temperatures well and remains a dependable choice for rock gardens and natural planting schemes where subtle, nature-led beauty is valued.

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Pack contents

The pack contains 0.2 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and the sow-by date.