Anemone sylvestris
snowdrop anemone
A lovely little anemone which forms a mound of deeply cut foliage, topped with nodding white flowers with yellow centres in late...
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Ideal for edging north-facing borders and bed where you can appreciate its subtle fragrance as you pass
Plant description
A lovely little anemone which forms a mound of deeply cut foliage, topped with nodding white flowers with yellow centres in late spring.
Anemone sylvestris gets its common name from the way the flower buds emerge on bent stems, so they hang like snowdrops. Then they straighten up and face outwards as the flowers start to open.
The petals catch the breeze, making them look a little like butterflies, and they will grow to form open cup shapes up to 7cm across.
They are scented and are good for cutting, but if you leave them on, they'll be followed by white woolly seedheads.
Find the right spot for them and they will naturalise and spread into large clumps.
Anemone sylvestris gets its common name from the way the flower buds emerge on bent stems, so they hang like snowdrops. Then they straighten up and face outwards as the flowers start to open.
The petals catch the breeze, making them look a little like butterflies, and they will grow to form open cup shapes up to 7cm across.
They are scented and are good for cutting, but if you leave them on, they'll be followed by white woolly seedheads.
Find the right spot for them and they will naturalise and spread into large clumps.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Anemone sylvestris:
When planting, incorporate plenty of well-rotted compost to improve fertility, and add grit or sand if the soil is heavy to improve drainage and soil structure.
Space plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart and water thoroughly after planting. This hybrid cultivar thrives in partial shade and benefits from consistent moisture, so apply a layer of organic mulch to help retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
Cut back flower stalks after blooming and remove any dead leaves in early spring. Apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring to support healthy growth.
While this anemone dislikes frequent disturbance, dividing congested clumps every 4-5 years in early spring will help maintain vigour. Although it establishes quickly, its spread is moderate, so occasional division can help manage its growth.
Space plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart and water thoroughly after planting. This hybrid cultivar thrives in partial shade and benefits from consistent moisture, so apply a layer of organic mulch to help retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
Cut back flower stalks after blooming and remove any dead leaves in early spring. Apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring to support healthy growth.
While this anemone dislikes frequent disturbance, dividing congested clumps every 4-5 years in early spring will help maintain vigour. Although it establishes quickly, its spread is moderate, so occasional division can help manage its growth.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in the summer, then fresh new growth will appear again in the spring.
