Overview
Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' is a perennial in the genus Eriocapitella, part of the Ranunculaceae family. Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' grows best in partial shade and full sun, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, woodland gardens and cut flowers. It is native to China.
About
Eriocapitella hupehensis, a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family of plants and has an extensive native distribution across a large area of Asia. The plant was previously known as Anemone hupehensis and is often still referred to as such.
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About the genus
Eriocapitella is a genus of flowering plants in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. Plants of the genus are native to Asia. The generic name Eriocapitella roughly translates to "growing in a small woolly head", which refers to the hairy ovary and fruit of some members of the genus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Eriocapitella
- Sunlight
- partial shade, full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, woodland gardens, cut flowers
- Native to
- China
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade; mulch in winter to protect roots
- Pruning
- Cut back to ground level after flowering or in late autumn
- Propagation
- division in spring or autumn, seed
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox'?
Prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade; mulch in winter to protect roots.
Where is the best place to plant Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox'?
Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' prefers partial shade and full sun.
What soil does Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' need?
Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox'?
Cut back to ground level after flowering or in late autumn.
Is Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' hardy in the UK?
Anemone hupehensis 'Praecox' 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 'Praecox'?
Division in spring or autumn, seed.