White Pasqueflower
Pulsatilla occidentalis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Ranunculaceae
- Genus:
- Pulsatilla
- Species:
- Pulsatilla occidentalis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- White
Native Range
United States: California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open, sunny locations
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: 2 year old seed is used, dry stored for 6 months prior to 5 month outdoor stratification.
Establishment: Seeds are collected in mid to late August. The plant occurs in mid montane to alpine meadows; from B.C. to California, east to Alberta, Montana, Idaho and northeastern Oregon.
Source: npn.rngr.net