Japanese anemone

Japanese anemones (Anemone x hybrida) are one of the favorite fall-blooming perennials. They're tidy from early spring through fall. The dark-green divided leaves form low mounds and add course texture to the garden. The numerous single or double flowers come in shades of pink and white and are held high above the foliage on sturdy 2- to 4-foot stems that generally don't need to be staked. Japanese anemones make excellent cut flowers and are ideal for perennial borders and woodland gardens (they're rabbit- and deer-resistant). The plants thrive in average garden soil and do well in moist conditions. Watering during hot, dry periods will result in larger flowers. Division of the fibrous-rooted perennials is best done in late fall or early spring. Several varieties are available. Japanese anemones can be seen in front of the Palm House at the Franklin Park Conservatory.

Height:
24 to 36 inches

Spread:
18 to 24 inches

Hardiness:
Zones 4 to 8

Origin:
China, Japan