Anemone Flower Bulbs

Fall-planted anemone bulbs—especially Anemone blanda—bring cheerful, daisy-like blooms to the garden in early to mid-spring, often appearing just as winter fades. These low-growing, tuberous perennials thrive in full to partial sun and well-drained soil, naturalizing easily in woodland edges, rock gardens, and borders.

Before planting, soak the tubers in room-temperature water for a few hours to help them plump up and establish quickly. Plant them 2–3 inches deep and 3–6 inches apart, ideally in groups for a more naturalized look. Once established, they’re deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and provide essential early-season nectar for pollinators.

Anemone blanda varieties are especially cold-hardy and suitable for fall planting in all USDA zones, while other types like Anemone coronaria are best planted in fall only in zones 8–10.