Anemone multifida Windflower Seeds – Native Perennial for Alpine & Rock Gardens – 100 Seeds

Anemone multifida, commonly known as windflower or cutleaf anemone, is a charming native perennial prized for its finely divided foliage and delicate, colorful blooms. This hardy plant brings a wild, natural beauty to alpine gardens, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. Its cheerful flowers in shades of white, yellow, red, or purple appear in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal interest.

Windflower is well-suited for borders, crevice gardens, and low-water plantings. Its compact, clump-forming habit makes it an excellent choice for small spaces and container culture. As a native species, it supports local ecosystems and thrives with minimal care once established.

Plant Features

• Native perennial with finely cut, fern-like foliage
• Produces delicate white, yellow, red, or purple flowers in late spring to early summer
• Compact, clump-forming growth habit ideal for rock and alpine gardens
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
• Drought-tolerant once established

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; allow soil to dry between waterings
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 6-12 inches
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow seeds indoors in late winter or directly outdoors in early spring after the last frost. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface; do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 14-30 days at temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C). Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or into the garden after hardening off.

Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Once established, windflower is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and prevent self-seeding if desired. In colder zones, apply a light mulch in winter to protect the roots.

What's Included

100 Anemone multifida seeds.