Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Red Bells'

Pulsatilla 'Red Bells' has bright red flowers in March and April. It is a wonderful perennial to plant with spring-flowering bulbs.

Pulsatilla vulgaris looks lovely in the rock garden or at the front of the border. When the flowers are gone, they are replaced by showy seedheads. The soft, ferny foliage is also nice.

This selection was introduced by Jelitto Perennial Seeds. The German name is Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rote Glocke'. Also known as Anemone pulsatilla. Hardy in zones 4-8.

height 12" width 12"

Sowing Pulsatilla 'Red Bells' Seeds

Start seeds indoors in late winter. Barely cover with soil, then refrigerate for 3 weeks. Full sun. Slow to germinate. Flowers and seeds are toxic.