Pulsatilla vulgaris Prestbury Strain
pasqueflower Prestbury strain
Prestbury Strain is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial to 20cm, with finely divided basal leaves which aresilky when young. The double flowers are white with several rows of narrow petals and a prominent cluster of yellow stamens
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Potentially harmful
- Can cause mild stomach upset if ingested. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
- Genus
Pulsatilla are herbaceous perennials forming clumps of finely dissected leaves, with solitary, hairy bell-shaped or cup-shaped flowers followed by silky-plumed seed-heads
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, very well-drained soil in full sun. It resents root disturbance and may be difficult to establish, so plant when small and leave undisturbed. Can also be grown in pots in an alpine house
Propagation
Propagate by taking root cuttings in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
Pruning
Leave faded flowers as seedheads are an attractive feature
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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