Anemonopsis

Anemonopsis macrophylla

From Japan, Anemonopsis macrophylla have tiny slate-blue flowers on long arching stems with ferny foliage below. Grows to a height of around 80cm in ideal conditions although more often less than this. The only species in the genus the plants are self fertile and will set seeds. A very pretty plant, well worth considering.

Anemonopsis are a perfect woodland plant for a shady position, and will flower over the summer period, foliage is an added attraction.

Care

Shade loving in a sheltered position, Anemonopsis macrophylla prefer a cool humus rich moist but well drained soil. Propagation is from seed or by dividing largr clumps early in spring. Little extra care is required. Protect from hot drying winds.

Available for sale from the following nurseries

MOIDART RARE PLANTS & GARDEN - phone: 0248612600
21 Eridge Park Rd Bowral NSW 2576
Large range of rare plants, bulbs, trees and shrubs for sale online from our Southern Highlands NSW nurseries.
www.moidartrareplantsandgarden.com

CLOVER HILL PLANTS - 02 4782 9225
Large variety of Epimediums, Woodland plants and Herbaceous perennials
Mail order or nursery. We do not send to Tasmania or WA
www.cloverhillrareplants.com

LYNN'S RARE PLANTS
PO Box 7040 Leura NSW 2780
Rare woodland plants, Trilliums Epimediums, Arisaemas, plus much more.www.lynnsrareplants.com.au