Pulsatilla rubra

Pulsatilla rubra

Native to:
France | Spain

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
red, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months; germination is often slow and erratic.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Tails on pulsatilla/clematis: leaving on has no effect.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society