Anemone Multifida Seeds – 100 Windflower Native Red White Wildflower Perennial
Anemone multifida, commonly known as cutleaf anemone or windflower, is a charming native perennial prized for its finely divided foliage and delicate, colorful blooms. This hardy wildflower produces small, upward-facing flowers in shades of red, white, and sometimes pink or yellow, creating a lovely display in rock gardens, alpine beds, prairie plantings, and wildflower meadows. Its early-season blooms provide an important nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Anemone multifida is a versatile plant that thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is native to parts of North America and is well-suited to low-water landscapes, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas. The fern-like foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season, adding texture and interest even after the blooms fade.
Plant Features
- Produces delicate red, white, and occasionally pink or yellow flowers
- Finely cut, fern-like foliage adds texture to garden beds
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Ideal for rock gardens, alpine gardens, prairie plantings, and wildflower meadows
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Anemone multifida
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil
- Water Requirements: Low to medium; drought-tolerant once established
- Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright
- Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
- Mature Height: 6 to 18 inches
- Spacing: 9 to 12 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Anemone multifida seeds in a well-drained seed-starting mix. Lightly press seeds into the surface and barely cover, as light may aid germination. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination can be slow and irregular; cold stratification for 4 to 6 weeks may improve results. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or directly into the garden after the last frost.
Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish, then reduce watering as they become more drought-tolerant. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the crown to prevent rot. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and prevent self-seeding if desired. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
What's Included
This listing includes 100 Anemone multifida seeds.