Anemone Bulbs - Anemone The Admiral, Very Hardy Perennial

Anemone coronaria ‘The Admiral’ — Poppy Anemone — is a radiant, showstopping double anemone with dozens of petals in a vivid, flirtatious fuchsia-pink — a bold focal point in any garden border, container, or cut flower arrangement. Shredded, layered petals create a lush, full-petaled flower with a captivating, ruffled appearance over attractive ferny foliage. Deer resistant. Naturalizes and multiplies freely over the years. Growing to 12 inches, it is one of the most striking and reliable perennial bulbs for spring color. All zones.

Tip: Soak bulbs in lukewarm water for a few hours before planting to rehydrate corms for faster establishment.

Plant Highlights

• Vivid hot pink/fuchsia double flowers with shredded, layered petals — dramatic focal point for borders and containers
• Dozens of petals per flower — full, lush, ruffled appearance
• Deer resistant; naturalizes and multiplies freely
• Outstanding cut flower
• Blooms in late spring; grows to 12 inches
• All zones | Bulb spacing: 16 per sq ft

Planting Guide

Pre-soak: Soak corms in lukewarm water for a few hours before planting to rehydrate.

Depth: Plant 3–5 cm deep, no less than 10 cm (4 inches) apart.

Soil: Rich, well-drained soil. The richer the soil, the more flowers each corm produces. Excellent drainage is essential — corms are very sensitive to dampness and will rot in waterlogged conditions.

Light: Full sun to partial shade; full sun preferred for maximum bloom production.

Naturalizing: Anemones naturalize quickly and multiply freely over the years.

Care Guide

Water regularly during the growing season. Maintain excellent drainage at all times. In very cold zones, lift corms after the first frost and store in a cool, dry place until spring.

Planting Specs

• Common name: The Admiral Poppy Anemone, Windflower
• Botanical name: Anemone coronaria ‘The Admiral’
• Type: Perennial bulb (corm)
• Bloom: Double hot pink/fuchsia; shredded, layered petals
• Bloom time: Late spring
• Height: 10–12 inches | Bulb spacing: 16 per sq ft
• Zones: All | Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Deer resistant: Yes | Naturalizes: Yes | Cut flower: Excellent