Anemone 'Whirlwind'
Ruffled petals and swaying stems
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Anemone 'Whirlwind'
- Butterflies love to flutter between the swaying stems of these lovely, cotton white flowers with ruffled petals and golden yellow stamens
- Flowers from July to September
- A must have for prairie and meadow style planting schemes, this anemone is also salt tolerant, making it ideal for coastal gardens
- Attracts butterflies to your borders
- May cause stomach upset if eaten, and mild skin irritation. Wear gloves and wash hands after gardening
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Anemone 'Whirlwind' can be grown in 30 cm pots, providing elegant late summer flowers in temperatures around 20°C.
How big does it get?
Anemone 'Whirlwind' typically reaches a mature height of 90 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Anemone 'Whirlwind' requires partial to full shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Anemone 'Whirlwind' prefers moist but well-drained, fertile soil, adapting well to standard garden conditions.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water Anemone 'Whirlwind' regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 2.5 cm of water weekly during the growing season, and slightly more when temperatures surpass 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Anemone 'Whirlwind' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Anemone 'Whirlwind' has an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C, making it hardy in all parts of the UK.
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