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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) — This wildflower has a robust adaptability to cold climates; white and yellow flowers in the garden, image 90

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Its blossoms are a radiant white to slightly pinkish hue; note that the Western Anemone is low maintenance, image 95

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — occidentalis can reach heights of 8 to 20 inches; is a captivating perennial that brings an air of delicate beauty to

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — and it performs best in full sun to partial shade; western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis), image 101

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

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with 3-parted leaves at base

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — of approximately 12 inches; perennial with white and yellow blooms

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — with 3-parted leaves at base; of approximately 12 inches, image 79

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Ideal for rock gardens, it adds a whimsical, airy texture and requires minimal maintenance once, image 83

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — The plant's modest spread; it pairs well with other alpine plants and is ideal for rock gardens, image 105

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — fluffy seed heads ("cotton balls") post-bloom; ideal for rock gardens, it adds a whimsical, airy texture and requires

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — fluffy seed heads ("cotton balls") post-bloom

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — white and yellow flowers in the garden

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — occidentalis can reach heights of 8 to 20 inches; is a captivating perennial that brings an air of, image 92

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — This wildflower has a robust adaptability to cold climates

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Western Anemone (Anemone occidentalis); it stands 8-24 inches tall, image 75

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — at elevations typically between 5,000 to 11,000 feet; occidentalis into a garden design

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — considering the Western Anemone's soil and light preferences is crucial; making it an excellent choice for, image 98

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — is a captivating perennial that brings an air of delicate beauty to any landscape design; fluffy seed, image 86

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — It stands 8-24 inches tall; it thrives in well-draining, image 78

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Native to the mountainous regions of western North America; it flourishes in alpine and subalpine zones, image 87

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

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — note that the Western Anemone is low maintenance and deer resistant; showcasing delicate white flowers that transition

Western Anemone (Anemone Occidentalis) — Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil; full sun to part shade

Photographs by 13 contributors

Walter Siegmund (talk), CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
brewbooks from near Seattle, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
mountainamoeba from Portland, CC BY 2.0 · source
Ian Poellet, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Murray Foubister, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Agnes Monkelbaan, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Jason Hollinger, CC BY 2.0 · source
Ron Clausen, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Joe Mabel, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Tom Hilton, CC BY 2.0 · source
Joe Mabel, CC BY 4.0 · source
Motohiro Sunouchi, CC BY 2.0 · source
Ruth Hartnup from Vancouver, Canada, CC BY 2.0 · source

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