Lady of the Snows, Shaggy Windflower, Pale Pasque-flower, Spring Pasque Flower, Anemone vernalis
The loveliest of dwarf Pasque Flowers, Pulsatilla vernalis (Lady of the Snows) is a semi-evergreen clump-forming perennial boasting somewhat nodding, open, cup-shaped, white flowers on short stems in early spring. They open, sometimes before the snow disappears, from densely hairy flower buds which appear in late winter. The attractive blossoms contrast beautifully with the luminous boss of golden yellow stamens. They are followed by equally ornamental, silky seed-heads, which add to the charm of the plant. The blossoms rise above a rosette of feathery leaves which remain attractive throughout the growing season. Pasque Flowers will seed themselves all over, if you are lucky, then go summer dormant. Enjoying a long season of interest, these low growing plants are suitable for rock gardens or the front of the perennial border. They combine well with spring-flowering bulbs and ground covers.
Hardiness |
4 - 7 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 7 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Ranunculaceae |
Genus | Pulsatilla |
Common names | Lady of the Snows, Pasque Flower |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height | 2" - 4" (5cm - 10cm) |
Spread | 3" - 4" (8cm - 10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
4 - 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
1 - 7 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Ranunculaceae |
Genus | Pulsatilla |
Common names | Lady of the Snows, Pasque Flower |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height | 2" - 4" (5cm - 10cm) |
Spread | 3" - 4" (8cm - 10cm) |
Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Pulsatilla vernalis (Lady of the Snows) do I need for my garden?
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