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