Japanese anemone (Anemone × hybrida 'Richard Ahrens') ah-NEM-oh-nee ex HY-brid-ah Synonyms:  Genus:  Anemone

This beautiful, vigorous, pale pink, semi-double-flowering anemone starts blooming in early July into September on 28- to 36-inch stems.

Noteworthy Characteristics:  Taller than the species. Can be weedy or invasive. Care: 

Anemones thrive in light to partial shade but will tolerate full sun, as long as there is sufficient moisture. Site plants in moist, humus-rich soil, but avoid overly wet conditions. Apply mulch annually in northern regions.

Propagation: 

Divide plants in early spring or propagate by root cuttings in late fall or early spring. 

Problems: 

 Japanese beetles and black blister beetles can be a problem, but neither is life-threatening. Foliar nematode damage, which is difficult to recognize, will cause plants to slowly decline.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Invasive/Aggressive Grower, Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Pink Uses Naturalizing, Beds and Borders Style Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials