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Western Anemone

Anemone Occidentalis

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Overview

Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis), a charming North American alpine perennial, flourishes in USDA zones 4-7. It stands 8-24 inches tall, with 3-parted leaves at base, showcasing delicate white flowers that transition to unique, fluffy seed heads ("cotton balls") post-bloom. Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil; full sun to part shade. Ideal for rock gardens, it adds a whimsical, airy texture and requires minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Climate Mediterranean
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with 3-parted leaves at base

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
6–24 Inches

Classification

Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — considering the Western Anemone's soil and light preferences is crucial
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — It thrives in well-draining
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — occidentalis into a garden design
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — and it performs best in full sun to partial shade
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — The plant's modest spread
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — it pairs well with other alpine plants and is ideal for rock gardens
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — perennial with white and yellow blooms
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — white and yellow flowers in the garden
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — yet the beauty it brings to the garden is enduring - much like the mountains from which it hails
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — note that the Western Anemone is low maintenance and deer resistant
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — of approximately 12 inches
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — or as part of a perennial border
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with 3-parted leaves at base; of approximately 12 inches
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — perennial for full or half
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis); it stands 8-24 inches tall
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — a charming North American alpine perennial; also known as the Pasque Flower or Tow-headed Baby
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — flourishes in USDA zones 4-7; occidentalis can reach heights of 8 to 20 inches
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — It stands 8-24 inches tall; it thrives in well-draining
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — showcasing delicate white flowers that transition to unique; a charming North American alpine perennial
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — also known as the Pasque Flower or Tow-headed Baby; perennial for full or half
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Ideal for rock gardens, it adds a whimsical, airy texture and requires minimal maintenance once established; the plant
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil; full sun to part shade; this wildflower has a robust adaptability to cold
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — The Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis); or as part of a perennial border
Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — fluffy seed heads ("cotton balls") post-bloom; ideal for rock gardens, it adds a whimsical, airy texture and requires

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