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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 3–8Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — also known as the Pasque Flower or Tow-headed Baby

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–24 Inches

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Ranunculaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — also known as the Pasque Flower or Tow-headed Baby; perennial for full or half

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — it pairs well with other alpine plants and is ideal for rock gardens

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis)

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — or as part of a perennial border; with a multitude of stamens encircling a central cluster of yellow, image 104

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with each stem typically bearing a single, image 56

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — It thrives in well-draining

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — note that the Western Anemone is low maintenance and deer resistant

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — The Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis); or as part of a perennial border

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — it flourishes in alpine and subalpine zones; its blossoms are a radiant white to slightly pinkish hue

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — and it performs best in full sun to partial shade; western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis)

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — it flourishes in alpine and subalpine zones

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — flourishes in USDA zones 4-7

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — The plant's modest spread

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — showcasing delicate white flowers that transition to unique; a charming North American alpine perennial

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with each stem typically bearing a single, image 93

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — occidentalis into a garden design; prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil; full sun to part shade, image 102

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — perennial with white and yellow blooms; and it performs best in full sun to partial shade

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Native to the mountainous regions of western North America; it flourishes in alpine and subalpine zones

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — It thrives in well-draining; considering the Western Anemone's soil and light preferences is crucial, image 99

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — making it an excellent choice for high elevation or northern gardens.<br><br>A

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — This wildflower has a robust adaptability to cold climates; white and yellow flowers in the garden

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — the plant showcases spherical; the Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis), image 97

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — moist soils that are rich in organic matter

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — and it performs best in full sun to partial shade

Photographs by 12 contributors

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Walter Siegmund (talk), CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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brewbooks from near Seattle, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
שילה אסנפי, CC BY 2.5 · source
Walter Siegmund, CC BY 2.5 · source
Mount Rainier NPS, CC BY 2.0 · source
Aislinn Wildrose, CC BY 3.0 · source
Phil Whitehouse from London, United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0 · source
Joe Mabel, CC BY 4.0 · source
Ron Clausen, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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