common name:
Greek anemone, Balkan anemone, Grecian windflower
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scientific name:
Anemonoides
blanda
Blue Greek Anemone (Anemonoides blanda) flower with yellow center blooming on April 5th, 2026 in eastern Nebraska.
Image Creadit:
Trey Lamkins, Graduate Research Assistant
Greek anemone (Anemonoides blanda) is a low-growing, tuberous perennial prized for its vibrant early spring color and ability to naturalize in woodland and garden settings. Blooming shortly after winter, it produces daisy-like flowers in shades of blue, white, and pink, often forming dense carpets of color. This species thrives in well-drained soils and performs best in full sun to partial shade, particularly in early spring before tree canopies fully leaf out.
Charecteristics
Plant type:
Bulb
Hardiness Zones:
4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 7
Light Needs:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
Moist
Space Requirements:
Less than 12 inches
Height Requirements:
Less than 2 feet
Spread Requirements:
1–2 feet
Bloom Color:
Blue
Bloom Time:
Spring
Leaf Color:
Green
Wildlife Attraction:
Butterflies
Companion Plant Tolerance:
Rabbit
Uses:
Ground Cover
Varieties