Buy Japanese anemone Anemone hupehensis var. 'japonica Prinz Heinrich'

Anemone hupehensis var. japonica 'Prinz Heinrich'

Japanese anemone

Initially, the flowers of this compact Japanese anemone are a rich pinkish purple, but as they age, the colour softens. A semi-double form, the petals of Anemone hupehensis var. japonica 'Prinz Heinrich' are also variable in length, and often inrolled or quilled, so the flowers have an informal feel that lends itself well to more naturalistic settings.

How to care for Anemone hupehensis var. japonica Prinz Heinrich:

When planting, incorporate compost to improve drainage and fertility, spacing plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart and watering thoroughly. Apply a layer of organic mulch to retain moisture.

Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded, and tidy up old dead leaves in March. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring. Avoid moving the plant since it resents disturbance.

Where necessary, lift and divide congested clumps in early spring. This plant is quick to establish so spread may need to be checked annually.

Flowering period:

Eventual height:

Eventual spread:

0.75m

Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.