Pulsatilla nuttalliana

Pulsatilla nuttalliana

Native to:
Canada | AB, BC, MB, NT, NU, ON, SK, YT | United States | AK, CO, IA, ID, IL, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, SD, UT, WI, WY

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Pulsatilla
Species:
Pulsatilla nuttalliana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
purple, blue, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society