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

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.

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

Moist, fertile, humusy soil in sun or partial shade. May need support.

Propagation: 

Divide in early spring or after flowering; pot up for a year and replant in spring. Take root cuttings in spring. Sow seed in containers in a cold frame when ripe, but germination may be erratic and lengthy.

Problems: 

Caterpillars, slugs, flea beetles. Synchytrium leaf gall, downy mildew, leaf and stem smut, Septoria leaf spot, powdery mildew, and rust are all very common to Anemones, and viruses may also occur.

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 Beds and Borders, Naturalizing Style Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Type Perennials