Attractive plant good for wet areas, with beautiful white flowers in spring and deeply divided leaves similar to those of geranium. Each flower stem bears a flower having five white petal-like sepals that surround contrasting yellow stamens. Grows in colonies, tending to spread aggressively.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Meadow Anemone
Anemone canadensis
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Stream Edge, Wetland
Season of Interest: Mid (May - June), Late (July - frost)
Main Color: White
Fall Color:
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Photo: Mervin Wallace

Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade

Soil
Moisture
Moderate, High

Nature Attracting
Pollinators/Beneficial Insects

Wildlife Benefit
Food/Pollinators

Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Size
Height:
12 to
24
inches
Spread:
24 to
60
inches
Size
Height: 12 to
24
inches
Spread: 24 to
60
inches
Size
Height: 12 to
24
inches
Spread: 24 to
60
inches
Typical Landscape Use
In native plant gardens, particularly in moist areas; in water gardens and near water features, can serve as a cohesive element and keep out some unwelcome volunteers. Can serve as a ground cover under taller plants in appropriate spots, as it will probably outcomplete other short species, but not taller species.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Establish in a spot where its tendency to spread will be an asset. Ideally, plant in full sun and moist soil; plant will tolerate some shade and dryness but may flop or die back when conditions are not optimal. Provide support for tall plants when necessary.
Special Features
Special Usage
Ground Cover, Rainscaping
Basic Description
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