Pulsatilla vulgaris
Ranunculaceae
Form
-a native to Europe, grows 6 to 12 inches in height and width
Culture
-average soil with medium moisture
-full sun to part shade
-prefers rich, humusy soil in cool climate
Foliage
-flowers appear in April atop the thick stems before the leaves develop
-as the flowers begin to fade, the foliage begins to develop into fern-like, grayish-green leaves
-buds, stems and leaves have silky texture
Ornamental Seed Heads
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