• A close-up of a single Anemonastrum canadense (Canada Anemone) flower, showcasing its pure white petals and golden-yellow stamens, set against a backdrop of green foliage.
  • A group of Anemonastrum canadense (Canada Anemone) in bloom, displaying delicate white flowers with bright yellow centers. The deeply lobed green leaves create a lush background, while the flowers are held on slender, upright stems.
  • A dense patch of Anemonastrum canadense (Canada Anemone) in full bloom, with numerous white flowers scattered across a lush bed of deeply lobed green foliage.
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Anemonastrum canadensis - Canada Anemone

Anemonastrum canadensis - Canada Anemone

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Canada Anemone is a hardy, spreading perennial with bright white, buttercup-like flowers that bloom from early to mid-summer. Its cheerful blooms support a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, while its deeply lobed, dark green foliage forms a dense, low-growing mat. This plant is especially valuable in wild gardens and restoration areas, where it offers both visual appeal and ecological benefit.

Found naturally in moist meadows, woodland edges, and riparian zones, Canada Anemone prefers moist, well-drained soils. It spreads aggressively through underground rhizomes, making it a strong performer in erosion control, rain gardens, and naturalized plantings, especially in spaces where other species struggle to establish. It can also serve as an effective understory for fruiting shrubs. Occasional mowing can help manage its spread in maintained areas. Due to its fibrous texture and low palatability, it is typically avoided by deer.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 15

Light Conditions

  • Part Shade
  • Shade
  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Moist
  • Seasonally Moist
  • Well Drained
  • Clay
  • Loam

Height

  • Under 12"
  • 12" - 24"

Width

  • Spreading

Bloom Colour

  • White

Month of Bloom

  • May
  • June

Vigorousness

  • Aggressive
  • Very Aggressive

Deer Resistance

  • Moderate

Features

  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties
  • Used as Groundcover

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Canada Anemone is found throughout Canada, thriving in moist grasslands, along streambanks, and in open woodlands. Its range extends across much of North America, where it while helping to stabilize soil in wet environments.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Anemonastrum canadensis was used in small amounts by Indigenous groups as a topical wash for sores and to relieve headaches.

⚠️ Toxicity Note: The plant is considered toxic if ingested and may cause skin irritation.