Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla spp.)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (tolerates light shade but blooms best in full sun)

Bloom Time:

• Early to mid-spring, typically March to May, depending on the climate

Size:

Height: 6 to 12 inches tall
Width: 12 to 18 inches wide

Attributes:

• Early spring bloom with showy flowers
• Feathery, silver-green foliage that adds texture throughout the year
• Pollinator-friendly – attracts bees and butterflies
• Fluffy seed heads provide interest after the blooms fade
• Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil
• Low maintenance, once established
• Deer and rabbit resistant
• Hardy in Zones 4–8

Companion:

• Primroses (Primula) – both bloom early and thrive in similar conditions
• Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia) – brightens up the base of the plant with its golden foliage
• Ferns – their soft texture contrasts nicely with the feathery foliage of the Pasque Flower
• Columbine (Aquilegia) – both early spring bloomers that enjoy similar growing conditions
• Sedum – creates a nice contrast in texture and color after Pasque Flower blooms
• Corydalis – another spring-blooming perennial for shaded areas
• Rock garden plants – such as Aubrieta or Thyme, to complement the Pasque Flower’s growth in a dry, rocky setting
• Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) – pairs well for a late-season contrast after Pasque Flowers have finished blooming