Anemone Blanda (Wood Anemone)

£5.99

Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: well-drained, humus-rich soil
Rate of growth: fast-growing
Flowering period: March to April
Hardiness: fully hardy
From March-April, intense blue daisy-like flowers appear, set above delicate ferny foliage. These gorgeous little wood anemones are perfect for naturalising in a mixed border, at the edge of a woodland area, or around the base of deciduous shrubs, where they shine out like jewels. For maximum impact plant in bold drifts.  A stunning little plant that lifts the spirits in spring.Garden care: Plant in naturalistic drifts 5-8cm (2-3in) deep in well-drained, humus-rich soil in autumn.Goes well with: Sambucus racemosa Plumosa Aurea, Galanthus nivalis, Narcissus February Gold, Lonicera periclymenum Graham Thomas, Kerria japonica, Pulmonaria officinalis Sissinghurst White

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