Overview
Anemone hupehensis is a clump-forming or spreading, upright to carpeting perennial in the genus Anemone, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous; deeply cut or lobed, sometimes confined to a basal rosette foliage. Anemone hupehensis grows best in full sun to partial shade and according to group, and tolerates fertile loam with plenty of humus soils and acid and neutral or alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5–H7. Suggested uses include borders, woodland gardens and shade gardens. It is native to Nepal to Taiwan.
About
Anemone hupehensis is a perennial that forms clumps or spreads into upright or carpeting growth. The foliage is deciduous and deeply cut or lobed, often held low in a basal rosette beneath the flowering stems. It prefers fertile loam rich in humus and a sheltered spot in full sun to partial shade. Flowers are produced March to June.
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About the genus
Anemone is a genus of flowering plants in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. Plants of the genus are commonly called windflowers. They are native to the temperate and subtropical regions of all regions except Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica.
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In the garden
A member of the Ranunculaceae, Anemone hupehensis originates from Asia, ranging from Nepal to Taiwan. It grows from a crown into clumps that may spread, with a habit that ranges from upright stems to a more carpeting form. The leaves are deciduous, deeply lobed, and sometimes form a basal rosette beneath the flowering stems. Plant into fertile loam with plenty of humus and keep the soil moist but well drained; the species tolerates acid, neutral or alkaline soils. Light requirements vary across groups, from full sun to partial shade, so choose a position that gives some shelter from prevailing winds. Hardiness is rated H5–H7, meaning the plant is hardy through most UK winters and into the coldest garden conditions, though a sheltered aspect helps protect stems and crowns. Use Chinese anemone in mixed borders, woodland or shade gardens where spring flowering (March to June) fills lower layers before trees leaf up. Take care when handling: ingestion may cause mild stomach upset and skin contact can be irritating, so wear gloves when planting or dividing. Keep neighbouring vigorous plants checked so the rosette of leaves receives light and the crown remains healthy.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Anemone
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade, according to group
- Soil type
- Fertile loam with plenty of humus
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral or alkaline
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well drained
- Aspect
- Any
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5–H7
Plant details
Anemone hupehensis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming or spreading, upright to carpeting
- Foliage
- Deciduous; deeply cut or lobed, sometimes confined to a basal rosette
- Suggested uses
- Borders, woodland gardens, shade gardens
- Native to
- Nepal to Taiwan
- Toxicity
- Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, contact may irritate skin. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anemone hupehensis
- Cultivation
- Match the group to the site. Spring woodlanders such as A. nemorosa want humus-rich soil in dappled shade and should be moved while dormant, whereas the tall autumn-flowering Japanese kinds prefer sun or light shade in richer ground. The latter travel by running roots and are hard to remove once settled, so place them where that is an asset.
- Pruning
- Cut spent stems back after flowering. Allow spring kinds to die down naturally so the tubers and rhizomes can build reserves.
- Propagation
- Divide fibrous-rooted kinds in spring or autumn and separate tubers and rhizomes while dormant. Root cuttings suit the Japanese anemones.
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and caterpillars may damage young foliage; otherwise resilient.
- Disease resistance
- Generally healthy, though powdery mildew and anemone smut can affect crowded or stressed plants.
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Anemone hupehensis?
Match the group to the site. Spring woodlanders such as A. nemorosa want humus-rich soil in dappled shade and should be moved while dormant, whereas the tall autumn-flowering Japanese kinds prefer sun or light shade in richer ground. The latter travel by running roots and are hard to remove once settled, so place them where that is an asset.
Where is the best place to plant Anemone hupehensis?
Anemone hupehensis prefers full sun to partial shade and according to group. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Anemone hupehensis need?
Anemone hupehensis grows best in fertile loam with plenty of humus soil. It prefers acid and neutral or alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well drained.
How do I prune Anemone hupehensis?
Cut spent stems back after flowering. Allow spring kinds to die down naturally so the tubers and rhizomes can build reserves.
Is Anemone hupehensis hardy in the UK?
Anemone hupehensis has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Anemone hupehensis?
Divide fibrous-rooted kinds in spring or autumn and separate tubers and rhizomes while dormant. Root cuttings suit the Japanese anemones.
Is Anemone hupehensis toxic?
Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, contact may irritate skin. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.