Intro 1850, probably A. pavonia x A. hortensis, occurring in southern France. Large scarlet flowers. The yellowish-white centre encloses the black stamens, creating a striking contrast. The leaves are less incised than those of A. coronoria, to which this anemone is related. Suitable for a sunny, warm position. Supplied in a 9 cm pot with the Anemone at rest.
Intro 1850, probably A. pavonia x A. hortensis, occurring in southern France. Large scarlet flowers. The yellowish-white centre encloses the black stamens, creating a striking contrast. The leaves are less incised than those of A. coronoria, to which this anemone is related. Suitable for a sunny, warm position. Supplied in a 9 cm pot with the Anemone at rest.
BELONGS TO THE FAMILY OF RANUNCULACEAE
Anemone or windflower. Origin: from Southeast Europe to Central Asia. Carolus Clusius introduced this plant to the Netherlands over 400 years ago.
Anemones are particularly loved for their contrasting, bright colors. There are as many as 70 known species. According to a Greek legend: The tears that Aphrodite wept for the dying Adonis rolled onto the earth and turned into anemones.
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