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Windflower Or Greek Anemone

Anemone Blanda

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Overview

Anemone blanda, the Windflower or Grecian Anemone, is a charming perennial reaching 4-6 inches in height. It flourishes in full to partial sun within USDA zones 5-8, preferring well-draining soil. Exhibiting a vibrant display of daisy-like blooms in shades of blue, white, and pink, it creates a lush carpet in spring. Ideal for rock gardens or as an underplanting, it naturalizes beautifully, offering a low-maintenance option with moderate drought tolerance.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 6–10Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — it creates a lush carpet in spring; windflowers complement spring-blooming bulbs like tulips and daffodils

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — Exhibiting a vibrant display of daisy-like blooms in shades of blue
Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — in areas with hotter climates; windflowers complement spring-blooming bulbs like tulips and daffodils, image 76
Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — the Anemone blanda creates an enchanting ground cover that's excellent for borders; it creates a, image 77
Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — it creates a lush carpet in spring; windflowers complement spring-blooming bulbs like tulips and, image 116
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