Anemone apennina [double-flowered]

Also Known As

Anemone apennina 'Plena'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Anemone apennina [double-flowered] plant details

Anemone apennina [double-flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anemone apennina [double-flowered]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: clumping, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anemone apennina [double-flowered]

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I was looking for the just plain blue species for over 10 years without luck so far. Anybody? Well, at least I ran into this little charmer with double blue flowers. As with the white single, this plant is very similar to the woodland anemone but doesn't spread at all and likes a bit more sun.