Grecian windflower ‘Blue Shades’
Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ (Grecian Windflower) performs best in well-drained soil. This plant forms mounds that bloom for several weeks.
Their short stature proves useful as a ground cover when planted amongst taller and mid-sized neighbors. Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ is native to southeastern Europe, the Caucausus, and Turkey. The flowers bloom in early spring, and the plants go dormant after flowering.
| Botanical Name | Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ |
| Common Name | Grecian windflower ‘Blue Shades’ |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| USDA Zone | 5 thru 8 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Season(s) of interest | spring |
| Height and Spread | 0.5-0.75ft x 0.25-0.5ft (15-23cm x 8-15cm) |
| Flower Color | Purple/Blue with yellow center |
| Attracts Wildlife | Attracts Pollinators, |
| Additional Information | Not Native to the US Midwest. While the cultivar ‘Blue Shades’ is of horticultural origin, Anemone blanda originates from Southeastern Europe, Cyprus, western Turkey, Caucasus |
| Location in Lurie Garden | Southeast Light Plate, Northeast Light Plate |
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