Overview

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' is a plant with a columnar upright habit in the genus Eriocapitella, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, rock garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' is a cultivar of the genus Eriocapitella, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to all garden aspects, including south, west, east, and north-facing positions. This hardy plant (H5) prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, from chalk to clay and acid to alkaline. Suitable for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, rock gardens, and flower borders, it can also be used for underplanting roses and shrubs. Propagation is achieved by seed or rhizome division.

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.

Wikipedia contributors, "Eriocapitella", CC BY-SA 4.0Eriocapitella

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Eriocapitella

Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
South-facing, West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' size, habit and characteristics

Habit
Columnar upright
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm'

Propagation
Seed, Rhizome division
Pest resistance
Aphids, Slugs, Snails
Disease resistance
Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm'?

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' need?

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' hardy in the UK?

Anemone hupehensis 'September Charm' 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 'September Charm'?

Seed, Rhizome division.