Anemone coronaria (De Caen Group) 'Bordeaux'

RHS Plant Profile
garden anemone 'Bordeaux'

Synonyms

Anemone 'Galilee Bordeaux'

Bulbs

A compact, erect, corm-based, clump-forming perennial with finely divided leaves. Cup-shaped velvety, deep wine-red single poppy-like flowers with a dark centre are produced in February and March if planted in autumn and June. These will appear later in July if planted in thespring, flowering earlier in subsequent years.

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Ranunculaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming, Spreading branched
Potentially harmful
Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset, and skin contact may cause irritation. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Genus
Anemone are herbaceous perennials with fibrous, rhizomatous or tuberous rootstocks, palmately lobed leaves and saucer-shaped, usually 5-petalled flowers
Name Status
Unresolved

How to Grow

Cultivation

This tender perennial corm can be sown in autumn in mild areas or under cloches for early spring flowering. Soak the corms for 24 hours in tepid water prior to planting. Plant in light, sandy soil in full sun. Protect from frost and keep dry during dormant period. Corms can be lifted afer flowering and dried or may be left in the soil to flower annually. Keep dry in the dormant period

Propagation

Propagate by division or seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Rock garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Garden edging

Pruning

No pruning required.

Pests

May be susceptible to leaf and bud eelworms and slugs

Diseases

May be suscceptible to powdery mildew