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Anemone nemorosa 'Alba Plena'

Also Known As

Crowfoot
Smell Fox
Windflower
Wood Anemone

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 6"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Anemone nemorosa 'Alba Plena' plant details

Anemone nemorosa 'Alba Plena' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anemone nemorosa 'Alba Plena'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anemone nemorosa 'Alba Plena'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In March, above spreading carpets of finely cut leaves stand small white double flowers: an outer circle of large sepals surround a center of overlapping, fluffy white petals; a woodland mixer, sweet and bright and clean.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

White, outer circle of large petals surrounding a center of overlapping, tiny petals. Spreading, easy to grow "filler" for the woodland garden or in front of a shady border. Prefers moist, humusy soil but tolerates drier soil in summer as they are then dormant.