Fantasy Pocahontas Anemone
Anemone hupehensis 'Fantasy Pocahontas', Anemone x hybrida 'Fantasy Pocahontas', Eriocapitella hupehensis 'Fantasy Pocahontas'Anemone Pocahontas is a modern twist on the classic Japanese anemone, bred for compactness, bold blooms, and improved garden performance. Unlike traditional tall anemones, this selection forms a neat, rounded mound reaching only 12 to 18 inches tall, making it ideal for borders, containers, or smaller garden beds. Its vibrant, semi-double pink blooms have a rich yellow center and appear in profusion from late summer into fall.
The flowers rise on wiry stems above deep green foliage, creating a striking contrast and adding gentle movement to the garden. Anemone Pocahontas is part of the Fantasy™ series from Plants Nouveau and is known for its improved branching and floriferous nature. It blooms prolifically for weeks and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, even as other summer flowers begin to fade.
This variety thrives in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It’s also deer and rabbit resistant, low-maintenance, and suitable for mass plantings, edging, or containers on patios and balconies. Whether planted alone or with other fall-blooming perennials, it offers a splash of vibrant pink when it’s needed most.
Planting: Plant in spring or fall in fertile, well-drained soil with partial shade.
Watering: Keep evenly moist, especially during the flowering season. Avoid overly dry or soggy soils.
Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to extend the flowering season. Cut back stems after frost or in early spring before new growth.
Pest & Disease Control: Generally problem-free. Provide airflow and avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew.
Soil Tips: Enrich with compost or organic matter before planting—mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
