Anemone alpina
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Anemone alpina

Alpine Pasqueflower · Alpine anemone · Alpine Pasque-flower · Lily-of-the-field

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
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Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 3–7
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Observations
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Description

Source: leafsnap

Pulsatilla alpina, the alpine pasqueflower or alpine anemone, is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to the mountain ranges of central and southern Europe, from central Spain to Croatia. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 15–30 cm (6–12 in) tall by 20 cm (8 in) wide, and can be found at altitudes of 1,200–2,700 m (3,900–8,900 ft).

Care Guide

💧 Water

Once your Anemone alpina are established, water them regularly to keep the soil consistently moist. The soil should be moist but not soaking wet, as overwatering can cause root rot. Deadhead as needed. Anemone alpina do not require thinning, or deadheading, to encourage new growth. Anemone alpina don't like a lot of water on their foliage. It likes a moist environment without accumulated water. It is recommended that you place your finger into the soil to feel how moist it is. Water thoroughly if the soil is dry. If your Anemone alpina is in a pot, water slowly and stop watering when excess water flows out of the drain hole at the bottom of the pot. Remember to pour out any excess water from flower pot's saucer, or put a few pebbles in the saucer to ensure good drainage.

☀️ Light Full sun

The alpine pasque-flower is a sun-loving, perennial, herbaceous plant native to open habitats and commonly found in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun conditions.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 0–32.2°C
Ideal temperature: 0–32.2°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

For Alpine pasque-flower, the primary time to apply fertilizer is in early spring while the flowers are developing. The correct fertilizer promotes better blooms and helps Alpine pasque-flower produce attractive flowers. Fertilizing in early spring ensures strong flowering during the season and supplies energy for dormant growth stages.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Anemone alpina flowers and seed are toxic and are not to be eaten.

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Anemone
Family
Ranunculaceae
Hardiness Zone
3-7
Mature Height
20 cm to 40 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
4.06 cm to 6.35 cm
Bloom Time
Early spring, Mid spring
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late spring, Early summer
Native Area
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Albania, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia

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Common Names (4)

en Alpine Pasqueflower
en Alpine anemone
en Alpine Pasque-flower
en Lily-of-the-field