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‘Robustissima’ Grape-Leaf Anemone (Anemone tomentosa ‘Robustissima’): Vigorous Light Violet-Pink Blooms

‘Robustissima’ grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa ‘Robustissima’) grows 24–32 inches tall with single, light violet-pink flowers. Extremely robust and vigorous, best suited for naturalizing. Will overwhelm other plants and may become a nuisance in beds.

Care

Soil: Moist, fertile, humusy.
Light: Sun or partial shade.
May need support.

Propagation & Problems

Divide in early spring or after flowering; pot up for a year. Root cuttings in spring. Sow seed in cold frame (erratic). Caterpillars, slugs, flea beetles, leaf gall, downy mildew, smut, Septoria leaf spot, powdery mildew, rust, viruses.

Quick Reference

Height	1–3 ft.
Spread	1–3 ft.
Growth Habit	Clumps
Growth Pace	Invasive/Aggressive, Moderate
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Features	Showy flowers
Bloom Time	Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer
Flower Color	Pink
Uses	Beds, Borders, Naturalizing
Style	Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden
Type	Perennials

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