Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous
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Soil
Average to gritty garden soil with excellent drainage.
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Position
Full sun in spring, sun to partial shade in summer.
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Frost tolerant
Varies. Dainty white wood anemones are hardy to -20F (-30C), as are 'Grecian' anemones classified as A. blanda. Large-flowered florists anemones (A. coronaria) are hardy only to 0F (-18C) and are often grown as annuals.
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Feeding
Topdress with rich compost in spring, when new growth appears. Fertilize large-flowered anemones in early summer using a liquid feed
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Companions
Use large-flowered anemones as feature plants in the summer garden. Hardy spring-blooming anemones are ideal companions for tulips.
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Spacing
Single Plants: 5" (15cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 5" (15cm) with 5" (15cm) row gap (minimum)
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Sow and Plant
Soak the hard roots in water overnight before planting. Set out dormant roots in fall where they are hardy, or in early spring, planting them 3 inches (8 cm) deep. Plant in groups of three or more.
Our Garden Planning Tool can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
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Notes
Wood anemones thrive when grown in soil rich with leaf mold. They naturalize beautifully in hospitable climates.
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Harvesting
Cut anemones to use in arrangements just as the blossoms open. As the flowers fade in the garden, trim them off with scissors or pruning shears.
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Troubleshooting
Watch plants for problems with aphids or whiteflies, which can multiply rapidly. When caught early both pests can be controlled with insecticidal soap.
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