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AKA: Windflower, Greek Windflower, Poppy
Anemone
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Botanical Name: Anemone blanda, Anemone
coronaria
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Planting Time: Fall for most species
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Height: varies, see below
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Exposure: Sun or light shade
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Soil: light soil
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Hardiness: varies, see below
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Bloom Time: Spring
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Uses: under shrubs, at the edge of woodland
areas, and in rock gardens and mixed borders.
Etc.
- Blooms close at night and on cloudy days.
- The rhizomes are susceptible to invasion by mice and squirrels.
You can protect them by layering chicken wire over the ground after
planting.
Popular Varieties
Anemone blanda (Greek Windflower)
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Height: 4" to 6"
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Soil: Rich in organic matter,
well-drained
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Bloom Time: Spring
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Exposure: Sun or part shade
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Hardiness: Zones 4-8
Anemone coronaria (Poppy Anemone)
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Height: 12" to 18"
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Soil: Light, Sandy
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Bloom Time: Spring
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Exposure: Sun
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Hardiness: Zones 8-11
There are also several lovely hybrids, each with its own
characteristics.