Rue Anemone

Rue Anemone presents delicate, soft pink or white flowers on single stems throughout the spring and early summer. Its cup-shaped flowers identify it as a member of the buttercup family. Completely charming in a shady corner of a garden, it offers a gently colorful influence in a woodsy setting.

Enjoying the Beauty Of Rue Anemone

Native to North America, it evokes images of days when wildflowers flourished everywhere. At a size of 6 to 10 inches, it needs about an equal amount of space for each plant. While delicate and fragile in appearance, the plant can resist spring frosts. An easy plant to grow, it needs only an average amount of water and maintenance. During the summer, it takes time to rest after a showy performance in the earlier months.

Choosing a Location To Plant Rue Anemone

The delicacy of the wildflower invites gardeners to choose a shady spot where it can create a sense of calm and peacefulness. The native plant likes to share space with trees like oaks, maples, birch and hundreds of others that lose their leaves once a year. A location near a tree helps the plant receive the dappled sun that allows it to thrive. The decaying organic material the leaves provide enriches the soil and enhances growing conditions.

The Stunning Appearance Of Rue Anemone

The 5-10 petal-like sepals on the flowers of the rue anemone form around an unusual structure of pistils. A cluster of pollen-laden pistils enhances the beauty of the plant in a natural environment. Each plant invites close examination that reveals the delicacy of the pistils that stand prominently above the petals. The choice to locate the plant in a secluded nook, a rock garden or a shady border can delight anyone who sees it. A pleasure to grow, compatible with the environment and contributing to the elegance of a quiet garden, the lovely plant deserves a place in the home of any knowledgeable gardener.