Tall Thimbleweed
Anemone Virginiana
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
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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