Classed as very rare in the UK, this small, slowly-spreading, semi-evergreen plant has flared, snapdragon-like, tubular flowers which are usually white to cream, but sometimes rarely pink or purple-flushed. It is similar to Prunella vulgaris, but instead the upper stem leaves are cut into narrow lobes. In the wild it also frequents calcareous grassland in Europe, north to Belgium and east to Poland and North Africa. ... Learn More

This species is most popular as a spring flowering bulb, Brian Mathew describing it as "a delightful plant", to be used in rock gardens or under shrubs. It is completely frost-hardy and prefers to be in full sun. ... Learn More

This is the even more lovely pure white form of the species that is most popular as a spring flowering bulb, Brian Mathew describing it as "a delightful plant", to be used in rock gardens or under shrubs. It is completely frost-hardy and prefers to be in full sun. ... Learn More

Rare and delicate, this plant is quite similar to Pseudomuscari azureum, but has a longer raceme of larger mid-blue flowers. In the wild, its few loci are in Northern Iran, where it survives on rock ledges and in light woodland. ... Learn More

An unusual "grape hyacinth" from the cold wastes of Russia with short stems holding massed flowerheads of an unusual and most attractive, pale milky blue which are looser and not as tightly-packed as in many species, resembling tiny hyacinths to which they are of course related. ... Learn More

This rare miniature pasque-flower has nodding flowers of soft primrose yellow, and after the flowers fade, the beautiful silvery plume-heads develop. Easily grown from seed which is scarce and difficult to collect. ... Learn More

Found in the mountain ranges of central and southern Europe, from central Spain to Croatia, this desirable plant has beautiful, golden-eyed, pure white, silky flowers which are more upward-facing than most of the other species which generally have drooping flowers. They are produced very early, often opening whilst still under snow cover. ... Learn More

Found in the mountain ranges of central and southern Europe from central Spain to Croatia, this fabulous flower has more upright flowers than other species of Pulsatilla, which generally have drooping flowers. They are yellow (compared with the more usual white). The flowers are produced very early, often opening while still under snow cover. ... Learn More

This beautiful alpine perennial has purple bell-shaped flowers which are covered small delicate hairs, and a bright yellow centre for contrast. The foliage is feathery and coated in silver hairs and is slightly more compact in nature than other pulsatillas. Blooming in the spring to early summer it makes a lovely addition to any rock or alpine garden. Prefers full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. ... Learn More

A rare and beautiful dwarf pulsatilla, which only produces a few, low, carrot-like tufts of foliage. If size is important this is not the one for you, as the flowers, which can vary from deep blue to white, are quite small, resembling hairy, pendent eggs, and which sometimes do not fully open, and when they do, the narrow petals make a neat star displaying the golden anthers. From remote high places in Asia including Turkey and the tundra of the Tian Shan. ... Learn More

This gorgeous, short, hairy perennial from China makes compact tufts of finely divided foliage with attractive sprays of blue-violet or lilac flowers in early spring. Totally hardy and very long-lived it makes a superb complement to any rock garden. ... Learn More

Compact clumps of rich plum velvety flowers, white inside and smaller than usual, but in greater numbers, and backed with fine white hairs, open in profuse, nodding clumps in spring. This rare but easy alpine plant is perfect for the rockery. ... Learn More

Pulsatilla grandis, commonly known as Greater Pasque Flower, is a charming perennial celebrated for its silky, bell-shaped blooms that emerge in early spring. The flowers, in shades of violet-blue, are adorned with golden stamens at the center, creating a striking contrast. The plant's finely divided, silvery-green foliage adds texture and remains attractive after flowering. As the flowers fade, they are replaced by feathery seed heads that provide visual interest well into summer. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, Pulsatilla grandis is an excellent choice for rock gardens, alpin ... Learn More

One of the rarest and most exquisite spring flowers. Sumptuous nodding lavender goblets arise on felted stems from a veil of silky hairs amidst filigree fern-like leaves. An utterly hardy and reliable plant which will improve as it ages over the years! ... Learn More

Exceptionally beautiful, dark maroon-red to plum-lilac flowers, open with masses of large, flared, up-facing, short-stemmed flowers, which almost obscure the foliage in early spring, and are followed by ornamental fluffy seed heads as with most other Pulsatillas. These unusual plants are native to rocky meadows in the Alps and are very easily cultivated in any rich, sandy, well-drained soil. ... Learn More