Overview
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Anemone, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Anemone nemorosa phyllodic grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, containers and under trees.
About
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Anemone, known for its fibrous, rhizomatous root system and palmately lobed leaves. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspect. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders, containers, or planting under trees, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation is by division of rhizomes, and it should be planted at an appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
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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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Anemone
- 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, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers, Under trees
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anemone nemorosa phyllodic
- Propagation
- Division of rhizomes
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to leaf eelworms, caterpillars, slugs
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anemone nemorosa phyllodic?
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Anemone nemorosa phyllodic need?
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic 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 nemorosa phyllodic hardy in the UK?
Anemone nemorosa phyllodic has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Anemone nemorosa phyllodic?
Division of rhizomes.