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The following information on Anemone species (Anemone sp) is in addition to that given at Types of Anemone sp.

Anemone apennina - Apennine Anemone

Height: 6 in (15 cm)

Spacing: 3 in (7.5 cm)

Type: hardy bulb

Flowers: Blue, pink, white.

Apennine Anemone grows best when provided with partial shade and a well-drained soil. The plant will also tolerate alkaline soils, but may be short-lived in heavy soils. Soak the tubers overnight before planting them 3 inches (7.5 cm) deep in the garden.

Propagation is by division after the foliage matures. Dig and wash the tubers before they harden. Store the tubers in dry sand or peat until they are replanted.

Anemone blanda - Greek Anemone

Height: 6 in (15 cm)

Spacing: 3 in (7.5 cm)

Type: hardy bulb

Flowers: Pink, white, blue .

Greek Anemone prefers a well-drained soil. In wet, poorly drained soil the tubers rot or winter kill. A sunny location is best although the plants tolerate partial shade. These small, early blooming plants are useful as a bedding plant. The tubers are planted 3 to 4 inches deep (7.5-10 cm) during the fall. Soak them in water overnight before planting. Tubers planted too deep grow poorly.

Cultivars: Blue Shades - Flowers in various shades of blue. 'White Splendor' - White flower have yellow centers.

References for Cultivars: White Flower Farm 1997.

Anemone coronaria - Poppy Anemone

Height: 18 in (45 cm)

Spacing: 5 in (12.5 cm)

Type: tender bulb

Flowers: Blue, pink, red, white.

Several strains of Poppy Anemone are available. The blossoms are often used as cut flowers. The black stamens contrast with the color of the petals. Plant the bulbs 3 inches (7.5 cm) deep in a well-drained soil and provide a sunny exposure. After the foliage matures, dig the bulbs and store them through the winter in moist peat moss or vermiculite.

Anemone nemorosa - Wood Anemone

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8

Height: 7 in (17.5 cm)

Spacing: 8 in (20 cm)

Type: hardy bulb

Flowers: White

Wood Anemone produces white flowers and will spread to form clumps. Grow the plant in shade and a well-drained soil containing a good amount of organic matter.

Anemone sylvestris - Snowdrop Anemone

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 8

Height: 18 in (45 cm)

Spacing: 12 in (30 cm)

Type: herbaceous perennial

Flowers: White

Snowdrop Anemone gets its name from its drooping, pure white flowers. Flowering occurs in the spring and then sporadically throughout the summer and autumn. The flowers are followed by white, wooly or fluffy looking fruits. Give the plant a partially shaded growing area. If growing conditions are favorable, the plants will form clusters.

Propagation is by division.

Anemone tomentosa 'Robustissima' -        Grape-leaf Anemone

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 8

Height: 3 ft (90 cm)

Spacing: 18 in (45 cm)

Type: herbaceous perennial

Flowers: Pink.

This is one of the hardier anemones. The botanical name refers to the resemblance the foliage has to grape leaves. The flowers, produced in the fall, are light pink and are sometimes described as white. The plant can form clumps and may be more adaptable than other anemones.

Propagation is by division.

Anemone x fulgens - Flame Anemone

Height: 10 in (25 cm)

Spacing: 5 in (12.5 cm)

Type: hardy bulb

Flowers: Red

The 2-inch (5 cm) flowers of this anemone are bright red and good for cutting. Grow the plant in a sunny spot that has a well-drained soil. Soak the tubers overnight before planting them 3 inches (7.5 cm) deep.

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