Plant anemones in autumn or spring, depending on when they are supplied. Plant them during the same season, as prolonged storage can reduce their vigour.
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Appoint Anemone 'The Governor' in charge of organising some bright blasts of red in your planting scheme. This reliable anemone flowers in probably the most solid shade of red possible, quite similar to a wild poppy. Depending on what you plant them with, A. 'The Governor' can be quite flexible with style. It’s possible to create quite a wild vibe with these brilliant blooms by planting them among a relaxed melange of meadow-type varieties. On the other hand, for those who prefer to keep things neat and coordinated, you can use them to fashion quite a formal planting scheme.
Anemone coronaria 'The Governor' can be a spring or summer flowering plant. When you plant the bulbs in autumn, they will flower in spring. Plant them in spring and they will bloom in summer. We stock them during both seasons to enable to you enjoy them at the time of year you need them—you can even plant them in both seasons and look forward to an extended display! Plant them in groups or dot them around in sheltered borders—either way they look terrific.
This flower is a sight to behold! Anemone 'The Governor' is an absolute show-stopper, with mass of radiant red, double blooms that light up the garden. The vivid petals give way to a dark center, and when these flowers are in bloom for almost four weeks in mid to late spring, they make for spectacular bouquets. Not to mention, the leaves provide a crisp contrast with their deep green, divided and ferny texture. Plus, these blooms attract butterflies, which adds a whimsical, colourful atmosphere to any garden. Growing Anemone coronaria 'Governor' is downright effortless—all they need is some sunny conditions and the wow-factor is sure to follow!
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Soak them in plain water for two to three hours before planting. This rehydrates them and helps to encourage strong, even growth.
Choose a sheltered position in sun or partial shade with rich, well-drained soil. For containers, use a good-quality peat-free multipurpose compost.
Plant 2–5cm deep and 5–10cm apart, placing them on their sides. Planting in informal groups creates the most natural-looking display.
Water after planting and keep the soil lightly moist, never soggy. In colder areas, protect autumn plantings from hard frost or start them in pots under cover.
- Botanical name
- Anemone coronaria (De Caen Group) 'The Governor'
- Flower colour
- Red
- Bulb size
- 7/8
- Established height
- 20-30cm
- Established spread
- 10-20cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 100 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Loam-based compost
Multipurpose compost
Sandy
Stony - Suitable for
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Borders
Cottage gardens
Cut flower gardens
Gravel gardens
Large containers
Low maintenance gardens
Pots
Wildlife gardens - Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 1st year
Good for cutting
Perfect for pots
Pollinator-friendly
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed in paper
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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