This is a Siberian introduction often grown in gardens because of it pink flowers in very early spring. It doesn't escape very often and is mostly found in England with surprisingly little (considering its origin) in Scotland. There is some in east and north Wales but little in Ireland.

Llandulas quarry, North Wales 3rd May 2009

Added 10th May 2009, updated 4th March 2010, updated Se3 27th April 2010