Anemone, Curtain Call Deep Rose #1
Anemone ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’
Anemone hupehensis
- Height: 18–24 inches
- Spread: 18–24 inches
- Spacing: 18–24 inches
Description:
Anemone ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’ is a show-stopping perennial that brings elegance and charm to late-summer and early-fall gardens. Featuring semi-double, deep rose-pink blooms with contrasting bright yellow centers, this compact plant offers a bold splash of color when many other perennials have finished flowering. The blossoms rise above a tidy mound of dark green foliage, creating a stunning display in borders, containers, or naturalized garden beds.
General Care:
- Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. In Michigan, partial shade is ideal to protect the plant from the intense midday sun.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil with consistent moisture. Amend heavy clay soils to improve drainage.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy, especially during dry spells.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Mulching with organic material helps retain moisture and improve soil health.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. In late fall, cut back the foliage to ground level.
- Winter Care: Anemone ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’ is hardy in Michigan. (USDA Zones 4–8). Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch in late fall to protect the roots from freezing temperatures.
This beautiful anemone is deer-resistant, attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, and makes an excellent cut flower, bringing its vibrant hues indoors. Perfect for adding interest and texture to your autumn garden!