Anemone blanda
Grecian Windflower
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Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Description
A. blanda is native to southeastern Europe. In spring, these 2 to 8 inch stems bear one 1-1.5 inch sky blue flower.
Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Blooming
A vernalization period (period of cold) will promote better and faster floral production. If the start time for floral production is pushed forward, the plant will produce more flowers over the growing season.
Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Planting
The tubers should be planted with last year's leaf scar facing up. The tubers should be placed 2 inches deep and 10 inches apart in light, loamy soil with a pH of between 6.8 and 7. In warmer climates, tubers can be soaked in water for a few hours to promote proper propagation.
Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Pest
Juvenile plants are susceptible to birds.
Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Interesting facts
Anemones are a large genus of plants (about 120 species) that range in size from small alpine rock garden miniatures to tall Japanese anemones grown as a border plant. Some of the larger species (such as A. coronaria and A. x hybrida) can be grown for cut flowers.
Grecian Windflower (Anemone blanda) - Soil and irrigation
Keep the soil moist while the plant is actively growing. Make sure the soil is well drained to prevent root rot. Light, loamy soil is ideal.
