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Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen'

Also Known As

  • Crowfoot
  • Smell Fox
  • Windflower
  • Wood Anemone

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen' plant details

Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - 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 'Rotkappchen'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new variety with we snatched up at Sarastro Nursery, Austria on our 2007 EU trip. The flowers are pink on the inside; crimson-pink on the outside, turning crimson as they age. According to Christain Kress the darkest thus far. Spreading, easy to grow.

Gardening facts about Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen' plant

How to Grow Anemone nemorosa 'Rotkappchen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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