Growth Time:
Anemones typically take about 90 days to mature and boast a long vase life of up to 10 days, making them an excellent choice for your floral arrangements.
Planting Time:
Depending on your climate, plant anemone corms in late fall with frost protection when temperatures drop below 25°F. In consistently colder regions, you can also plant them in late winter or early spring. Colder regions will want to store corms somewhere dark and cool until ready to plant.
Pre-Soaking:
Soak corms in cool water for 4–6 hours before planting. Change the water once or twice during soaking to keep oxygen levels up. Corms will swell slightly and begin to soften.
Pre-Sprouting Indoors:
- Fill a shallow tray or container with moist potting mix
- Nestle corms into the soil and place in a cool, dark location (ideally around 50°F) for 7–10 days.
- Check for small root development before transplanting outdoors.
Tip: I pre-sprout our anemones in gallon sized ziplock bags.
Planting Outdoors:
- Plant corms 1–2 inches deep with the pointy side down
- Space 6 inches apart in well-draining soil
Note: Anemones grow best in mild climates or with season extension (low tunnel, hoop house, or frost cloth).
Growing Conditions:
Grows best in full sun to part shade. Anemones perform best in cool weather and benefit from protection in zones with harsh winters.
Spacing:
Plant 6 inches apart in rows 9–12 inches apart for optimal airflow and bloom production.
