Poppy Anemone
Anemone coronaria
Also listed as Anemone alba, Anemone coccinea
Also known as Poppy-flowered Anemone, Wind Poppy
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Poppy Anemone is a spring-flowering perennial with delicate, cup-shaped blooms in vibrant jewel tones, prized as a popular cut flower. It grows from tubers and requires cool winters or chilling periods to establish well.
Why grow it
Poppy anemone offers a reliable source of cut flowers with distinctive jewel-tone colors (deep reds, purples, and blues) that many other spring bulbs do not match as vividly. Unlike some anemone species, the coronaria type produces larger, more substantial blooms suitable for floral arrangements. It flowers earlier and more consistently than many perennials in cold climates where winter chilling naturally occurs.
Watch out for
In mild winter regions (USDA zones 8-9 and warmer), tubers may rot or fail to establish without artificial chilling or very well-draining soil conditions. Flowering performance declines noticeably in warm climates where winter temperatures stay above 50F for extended periods. Tubers are prone to mold during storage or planting if soil moisture is not carefully managed, particularly in humid conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
The Meron and Marianne series are widely cultivated for floristry, available in red, blue, pink, and white with large, double or semi-double blooms ideal for commercial cut-flower production.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Poppy Anemone is a spring-flowering perennial with delicate, cup-shaped blooms in vibrant jewel tones, prized as a popular cut flower. It grows from tubers and requires cool winters or chilling periods to establish well.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Poppy Anemone grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Poppy anemone offers a reliable source of cut flowers with distinctive jewel-tone colors (deep reds, purples, and blues) that many other spring bulbs do not match as vividly. Unlike some anemone species, the coronaria type produces larger, more substantial blooms suitable for floral arrangements. It flowers earlier and more consistently than many perennials in cold climates where winter chilling naturally occurs.
Watch out for
In mild winter regions (USDA zones 8-9 and warmer), tubers may rot or fail to establish without artificial chilling or very well-draining soil conditions. Flowering performance declines noticeably in warm climates where winter temperatures stay above 50F for extended periods. Tubers are prone to mold during storage or planting if soil moisture is not carefully managed, particularly in humid conditions.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
The Meron and Marianne series are widely cultivated for floristry, available in red, blue, pink, and white with large, double or semi-double blooms ideal for commercial cut-flower production.