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Ranunculaceae
Crown Anemone
Anemone coronaria
Anticipation and protection against evil.
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Genus
- Anemone
- Native to
- Mediterranean region, Western Asia
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Type
- Perennial
- Height
- 20-40 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, sandy
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 7-10
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Crown anemone is believed to be the 'lily of the field' mentioned by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount.
- The name anemone comes from the Greek word for wind, as the flowers sway easily in the breeze.
- In Greek mythology, anemones sprang from the blood of Adonis when he was killed by a wild boar.
- The popular De Caen and St. Brigid cultivar groups are both derived from this species.
- Crown anemone tubers should be soaked in water overnight before planting to rehydrate them.
Color meanings
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Forsaken love
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Anticipation
2
Protection