Peacock windflower Anemone pavonina

Water

Peacock anemone (Anemone pavonina) prefers to be watered thoroughly and then allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. During the growing season, water when the top inch of soil feels dry, which might equate to once a week, depending on the environmental conditions, with approximately 16 ounces of water. It's important to reduce watering after the plant has finished blooming and is going into dormancy; during this time, watering might be reduced to around every two to three weeks or when the soil is almost completely dry.

Light

Peacock anemone thrives in partial shade to full sunlight conditions. It is best positioned in a spot where it can receive morning sunlight and is protected from the harsh afternoon sun. A location that offers dappled sunlight throughout the day is also ideal for the health and flowering of the plant.

Temperature

Peacock anemone prefers temperate conditions and can generally withstand temperatures between 28°F and 86°F. However, the ideal temperature range for this plant is between 50°F and 68°F. It is essential to protect the plant from extreme cold and hot temperatures, which can adversely affect its growth and flowering.

Pruning

Pruning of peacock anemones is typically done to remove spent flowers and dead or damaged foliage. Prune after blooming to tidy up the plant, which encourages further flowering and maintains its appearance. Cutting back the foliage after it has yellowed and begun to die back naturally is also recommended, usually in late fall or whenever the plant enters dormancy.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Peacock Anemone thrives in well-draining, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. The ideal soil pH for Peacock Anemone should be slightly acidic to neutral, ranging from 6.0 to 7.0. A good mix can consist of equal parts garden soil, compost, and perlite to ensure adequate drainage and fertility.

Repotting

Peacock Anemone typically does not require frequent repotting and can be repotted every 2-3 years or when it has outgrown its current pot. Repot in spring before the growing season begins.

Humidity & Misting

The Peacock Anemone prefers moderate humidity levels but is adaptable to most household humidity conditions. It will do well in typical ambient humidity but ensure that the air is not too dry.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Provide bright, indirect light and moderate humidity.

• Outdoor

  Plant in partial shade with well-drained soil.

• Hardiness zone

  7-9 USDA

Life cycle

Anemone pavonina, commonly known as the peacock anemone, begins its life cycle as a seed, which, once dispersed, requires a period of cold dormancy to break seed dormancy and initiate germination when environmental conditions are favorable. Upon germination, the seedling emerges and develops into a juvenile plant with a rosette of leaves close to the ground, which gradually matures over time. The mature peacock anemone then produces a flowering stalk in the spring, featuring vibrant and colorful blooms that attract pollinators for sexual reproduction. After successful pollination, the plant sets fruit, typically achenes, that mature and are eventually released from the parent plant to disperse into the surrounding environment. During the hot and dry summer months, the peacock anemone enters a dormant phase, with the above-ground parts dying back, and the plant survives underground as a tuber. The life cycle repeats the following spring when the temperatures are cooler and moisture is again available, with the tuber sprouting new growth and restarting the cycle.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring

• Peacock windflower, Anemone pavonina, is commonly propagated by dividing rhizomes or tubers. The ideal time for this is in the fall, after the plant has died back and is dormant. To propagate, carefully dig up the clump and gently separate the rhizomes or tubers, making sure that each division has at least one growth point or "eye." These divisions can then be replanted immediately in well-draining soil, ideally about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 centimeters) apart to give them space to grow. Once replanted, water the divisions thoroughly to help establish them. Over time, the new plants will mature and can themselves be divided to create even more plants.