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11/12/99

Pulsatilla--Pasque Flower


Hardiness Zones: 5 to 7
Height: 12 in Spread: 12 in
Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: Purple, blue

Comments: Pasque Flowers grow in shade and prefer a light
soil. Most are early bloomers. The flowers (Vis. 1) are
followed by fuzzy, globe-shaped fruits that can persist on
the plant. The finely divided leaves give the plant a fern-
like appearance.

Propagation: Propagation is by division in spring or fall.
Root cuttings may also be used. The plants are best left
undisturbed.

Cultivars:
'Alba' - White flowers.
'Papageno' - Fringed, semi-double flowers in shades of
pink, red, blue and purple.
'Rubra' - Flowers in shades of magenta to red.

References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1999, Weston
Nurseries 1999.


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