Anemone blanda (Grecian Windflower)
Botanical Information
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Anemone |
| Species | blanda |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Origin | Southeastern Europe to Turkey. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - 7a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -34 - (-15) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 5 |
| Height | 15 - 20 cm |
| Spread | 15 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Low-spreading. |
| Landscape | Plant in small groups along path edges and at the front of borders. Works well interplanted with low groundcovers and also in gravel paths and driveways. |
| Propagation | Division of rhizomes or will self-seed. |
| Cultivation | Requires well drained soil in full sun. |
| Pests | Leaf spot and rhizome rot. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Semi-dry plains. |
| Leaf Description | 3-lobed palmate leaves that grow on stems. |
| Flower Description | Simple daisy-like terminal flowers. |
| Colour Description | Medium green foliage and violet purple blooms with yellow stamen. |
| Texture Description | Soft. |
Photographs
White Anemone blanda flowers at The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
Euphorbia myrsinites combined with Anemone blanda.
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