Overview

Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Anemone, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) 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

Anemonoides ranunculoides, the yellow anemone, yellow wood anemone, or buttercup anemone, is a species of herbaceous and perennial plant that grows in forests across Europe to western Asia, and less frequently in the Mediterranean region. It is occasionally found as a garden escape.

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 ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) 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 ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d)

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 ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d)?

Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) need?

Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) 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 ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) hardy in the UK?

Anemone ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d) 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 ranunculoides 'Golden Dream' (d)?

Division of rhizomes.

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