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Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered]

Also Known As

  • Anemone coronaria 'Blue Poppy'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered] plant details

Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 coronaria [blue-flowered]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: summer dormant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lean in. Look closely. These anemone flowers have all the intricacies of a pricey miniature - petal veining, satin texture, a bobbing circle of stamen tips and a cone of black to pull everything together in the center. Hard to believe something this fancy is possible to grow at home, but it is.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered] plant

How to Grow Anemone coronaria [blue-flowered]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Size

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  • even moisture - regular
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