Description

Anemone ‘Splendens’ is a herbaceous perennial that earns its place in any garden. Splendens is a rich pink Japanese anemone, bearing deep rose-pink, saucer-shaped flowers on sturdy stems from late summer into autumn. It is a little more compact than some varieties, making it a good choice for the middle of a border.

Japanese anemones bring grace to the late-summer garden, with tall, wiry stems carrying open, saucer-shaped flowers above clumps of vine-like leaves. They bloom from August well into autumn, filling the gap when many perennials are past their best, and are loved by bees.

Key features of Anemone ‘Splendens’

• Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
• Season of interest: Late summer to autumn
• Look: Deep rose-pink, saucer-shaped flowers in late summer and autumn
• Height and spread: 0.8m x 0.5m
• Position: Partial shade or sun with some shelter
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Supplied in: 3L pot
• Best for: late-season borders, woodland edges, cut flowers, late summer borders

Why choose Anemone ‘Splendens’?

• Deep rose-pink flowers
• Compact for a Japanese anemone
• Late summer and autumn colour

Where to plant Anemone ‘Splendens’

Anemone ‘Splendens’ grows best in partial shade or sun with some shelter, in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. It is a good choice for late-season borders, and also works well for woodland edges, cut flowers and late summer borders. Grow it with asters, sedums, hydrangeas and ornamental grasses for a long-lasting late-season border.

How to plant Anemone ‘Splendens’

Water the plant well in its pot an hour before planting. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth, loosen the soil at the base, and mix in some garden compost. Set the plant at the same level it sat in the pot, backfill, firm gently and water in thoroughly.

How to care for Anemone ‘Splendens’

Water during dry spells while it establishes. Mulch in spring with garden compost. Mulch in spring and leave it undisturbed to establish, as it can take a season to get going. Cut back in late autumn. Cut the old stems down to the ground in late autumn or early spring. It can be slow to establish in its first year, then spreads steadily once settled.

Growing Anemone ‘Splendens’ in a pot

Can be grown in a large pot, but it does best in the ground. Use a loam-based compost such as John Innes No. 3, make sure the pot has drainage holes, and water regularly in summer, as containers dry out faster than borders.

Grown in the UK, for UK gardens

Every plant is grown at our St Annes nursery in the North West, where it is raised in real British conditions. That means a tougher, well-rooted plant that settles quickly into your garden. This Anemone ‘Splendens’ is supplied in a 3L pot. Container-grown plants can be planted almost all year round, as long as the ground is not frozen or waterlogged; autumn and spring are ideal.

Frequently asked questions

How big does Anemone ‘Splendens’ grow?
Anemone ‘Splendens’ typically reaches 0.8m x 0.5m, depending on position, soil and pruning.

When does Anemone ‘Splendens’ look its best?
Its main season of interest is late summer to autumn, when it shows deep rose-pink, saucer-shaped flowers in late summer and autumn.

Is Anemone ‘Splendens’ hardy?
Fully hardy.

How do I prune Anemone ‘Splendens’?
Cut the old stems down to the ground in late autumn or early spring.

Does Anemone ‘Splendens’ spread?
Yes. Japanese anemones spread by underground roots once established, gradually forming broad clumps.

Will Anemone ‘Splendens’ grow in shade?
It grows well in partial shade, as long as the soil does not dry out in summer.

Add Anemone ‘Splendens’ to your basket today and enjoy late summer to autumn interest in your garden.