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Tall Thimbleweed

Anemone Virginiana

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Overview

Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone virginiana) is a North American native perennial. Growing 2-3 feet tall, it showcases deeply lobed leaves and white flowers in late spring to early summer, leading to unique thimble-shaped seed heads. It thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Ideal for naturalized areas, this hardy plant provides texture and interest to woodland gardens and borders.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 2–8Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial for full or half; or as a backdrop for lower-growing perennials, image 48
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–8

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial for full or half; or as a backdrop for lower-growing perennials, image 48
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — it showcases deeply lobed leaves and white flowers in late spring to early summer; from full sun to partial shade
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — from full sun to partial shade; appear in late spring to early summer and provide a delightful display, image 43
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial with white blooms; is a North American native perennial well-suited for the naturalistic landscape or
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — leading to unique thimble-shaped seed heads; it showcases deeply lobed leaves and white flowers in late, image 35
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — or as a backdrop for lower-growing perennials; this species of anemone is known for its charming yet subtle, image 61
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — is a North American native perennial well-suited for the naturalistic landscape or wildflower garden
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial with white blooms
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — Its adaptability makes it a useful component in a variety of design scenarios; tall Thimbleweed (Anemone, image 60
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — which typically measure around 1 to 2 inches across; its adaptability makes it a useful component in a, image 41
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial for full or half; or as a backdrop for lower-growing perennials
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone virginiana) is a North American native perennial; it thrives in USDA zones 3-8, image 33
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — this species of anemone is known for its charming yet subtle appeal.<br><br>Featuring an upright habit
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — perennial for full or half
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — Its adaptability makes it a useful component in a variety of design scenarios; tall Thimbleweed (Anemone, image 44
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — which typically measure around 1 to 2 inches across; its adaptability makes it a useful component in a variety of
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — appear in late spring to early summer and provide a delightful display against the plant's lush foliage; leading to
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — It thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; which typically, image 52
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — it showcases deeply lobed leaves and white flowers in late spring to early summer; from full sun to partial, image 50
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — It thrives in USDA zones 3-8, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; which typically, image 36
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — Its adaptability makes it a useful component in a variety of design scenarios; tall Thimbleweed (Anemone virginiana) is
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — or as a backdrop for lower-growing perennials
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — Its adaptability makes it a useful component in a variety of design scenarios
Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana) — white flowers in the garden
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