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Pasque Flower Seeds

Anemone patens wolfgangiana

4.56 (9 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: This seed needs to be stratified to break its dormancy. The easiest method of stratification is to direct sow pasque flower seeds just below the surface of the soil in late fall, allowing the process to take place naturally with the cold of winter. The seed can also be mixed with moist sand, refrigerated for 60 days, and planted just below the surface of the soil in the spring after the last frost. Since this plant hates being transplanted, it grows best when planted directly out rather than being started indoors.

Growing: This plant grows best in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils and full sun. It also grows from root cuttings. In their first one or two years of growth, pasque flowers put all their energy into developing their extensive root system. In the third year, they will begin blooming in earnest. This plant tolerates drought well, and should not be over watered; excess moisture in the soil can cause root rot. If the seeds are left to drop and have enough moisture, volunteer plants will germinate right away; if the ground is too dry, they will sprout in the next spring.

Harvesting: Pasque Flower is no longer considered safe for medicinal or culinary use.

Seed Saving: The fluffy seed heads should be harvested as soon as they will readily separate from the stem, since they will fly away on the wind if left too long. The long plumes should be removed from the Anemone Patens Wolfgangiana seeds. Store pasque flower seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Prairie Crocus

Latin Name: Anemone patens wolfgangiana

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

US Regions: Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern

Seeds per Ounce: 18,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 12 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 12 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 8 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Spring

Pasque Flower Seeds 1.0
Review By Pasque

Germination problems

Only 2 out of 24 seeds sprouted. I have started Pasque from seed in the past with much better results.

Sorry to hear of your results, but these do need to be stratified for a spring planting! These were only ordered 3 weeks ago but they need 8 weeks of stratification!

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Mary Ann Predebon

Seeds

I have purchased Everwilde Farms seeds for the last couple of years .they have arrived promptly , and I love their quality packaging .
I am pleased with their selection of seeds as well , as they offer seeds not normally found offered by other seed companies .
I have not purchased all my varieties of seeds from everwilde as I’m not sure they gave a catalog which would make ordering easier .
All in all I highly recommend this company .

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Doris Moore

Hard to find seeds

I have ordered from Everwilde Farms twice now. Their selection is nothing short of amazing, prices are great (lots of seeds in each gold vault packet) and they are speedy! I also appreciate their planting and care instructions, as well as tips for saving seed.

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Gaylen Fischer

prairie crocus

The seeds arrived quickly in good order. Will buy contractor sand to condition them for germination. Thanks.

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Virgil Martenson

Pasque flower seeds

Received quickly. Looks like plenty of seeds. Next year will be the test. Looking forward to something that grew in our pasture in SD to grow here. A piece of simpler times.

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Bonnie McLellan

Seeds

When I saw these spring flowers at my friends, I wanted a cutting of her plant. Too bad for me, she said no! So I looked for the plant/seeds and found them. They are too late for this season but will plant in the fall. I am anxious to see how they sew and hope they come up. I could not find them anywhere but here! Thank you.

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Bessie M Habeck

Would buy from again.

Looked everywhere for hard to find wildflowers. Great selection, good price, very fast shipping, concise instructions.

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By raymond mokrzycki

Seeds

You get what u pay for even though a little more expensive worth the price all seeds have terminated and r up and I luv your colorful packing in foil great idea

Pasque Flower Seeds 5.0
Review By Ralph Yehle

good service

Timely shipping. Can't say about germination rate yet!

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~50 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/64 Oz Mylar (0.44g) $7.96 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $15.36 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $44.80 Notify Me
1 Oz Mylar (~18,000 Seeds) $128.00 Notify Me
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $512.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

Pasque means Passion, and this native wildflower usually unfolds its lovely petals around the Easter season. Known as one of the first to blossom on the prairie, it is also called a Prairie Crocus. Once established, this plant can continue growing for up to fifty years. Once the delicate blooms have faded, it produces fluffy seedheads that float away with the wind.
Pasque Flower bursts into bloom about a month earlier than most other native spring flowers, making it one of the earliest prairie plants to blossom. Its cold hardiness allows it to thrive as far north as the state of Alaska; the silky hairs on the stems and blossoms provide insulation from cold. "Pasque," which means "passion," refers to the plant's habit of blooming around the time of Easter. Its unusual flowers, which resemble European crocuses, caused early European immigrants to give it the common name of prairie crocus. Once established, pasque flower plants can live for 50 years with more blossoms in each year of growth.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: This seed needs to be stratified to break its dormancy. The easiest method of stratification is to direct sow pasque flower seeds just below the surface of the soil in late fall, allowing the process to take place naturally with the cold of winter. The seed can also be mixed with moist sand, refrigerated for 60 days, and planted just below the surface of the soil in the spring after the last frost. Since this plant hates being transplanted, it grows best when planted directly out rather than being started indoors.

Growing: This plant grows best in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils and full sun. It also grows from root cuttings. In their first one or two years of growth, pasque flowers put all their energy into developing their extensive root system. In the third year, they will begin blooming in earnest. This plant tolerates drought well, and should not be over watered; excess moisture in the soil can cause root rot. If the seeds are left to drop and have enough moisture, volunteer plants will germinate right away; if the ground is too dry, they will sprout in the next spring.

Harvesting: Pasque Flower is no longer considered safe for medicinal or culinary use.

Seed Saving: The fluffy seed heads should be harvested as soon as they will readily separate from the stem, since they will fly away on the wind if left too long. The long plumes should be removed from the Anemone Patens Wolfgangiana seeds. Store pasque flower seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Prairie Crocus

Latin Name: Anemone patens wolfgangiana

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

US Regions: Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern

Seeds per Ounce: 18,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 12 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 12 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 8 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Spring

Reviews

4.56
Global Rating: 4.56 from 9 reviews
1.0

Review By Pasque

Germination problems

Only 2 out of 24 seeds sprouted. I have started Pasque from seed in the past with much better results.

Sorry to hear of your results, but these do need to be stratified for a spring planting! These were only ordered 3 weeks ago but they need 8 weeks of stratification!

5.0

Review By Mary Ann Predebon

Seeds

I have purchased Everwilde Farms seeds for the last couple of years .they have arrived promptly , and I love their quality packaging .
I am pleased with their selection of seeds as well , as they offer seeds not normally found offered by other seed companies .
I have not purchased all my varieties of seeds from everwilde as I’m not sure they gave a catalog which would make ordering easier .
All in all I highly recommend this company .

5.0

Review By Doris Moore

Hard to find seeds

I have ordered from Everwilde Farms twice now. Their selection is nothing short of amazing, prices are great (lots of seeds in each gold vault packet) and they are speedy! I also appreciate their planting and care instructions, as well as tips for saving seed.

5.0

Review By Gaylen Fischer

prairie crocus

The seeds arrived quickly in good order. Will buy contractor sand to condition them for germination. Thanks.

5.0

Review By Virgil Martenson

Pasque flower seeds

Received quickly. Looks like plenty of seeds. Next year will be the test. Looking forward to something that grew in our pasture in SD to grow here. A piece of simpler times.

5.0

Review By Bonnie McLellan

Seeds

When I saw these spring flowers at my friends, I wanted a cutting of her plant. Too bad for me, she said no! So I looked for the plant/seeds and found them. They are too late for this season but will plant in the fall. I am anxious to see how they sew and hope they come up. I could not find them anywhere but here! Thank you.

5.0

Review By Bessie M Habeck

Would buy from again.

Looked everywhere for hard to find wildflowers. Great selection, good price, very fast shipping, concise instructions.

5.0

Review By raymond mokrzycki

Seeds

You get what u pay for even though a little more expensive worth the price all seeds have terminated and r up and I luv your colorful packing in foil great idea

5.0

Review By Ralph Yehle

good service

Timely shipping. Can't say about germination rate yet!