Also known as round-leaf thimbleweed, windflower, and meadow anemone, the Canadian anemone is native to the United States. It is from the buttercup family of plants and is botanically known as Anemone canadensis.
Canadian Anemone Description
Growing one to two feet high, this perennial has basal leaves that are lobed and solitary white flowers. Flowers have a golden center and leaves are in a single whorl. Bloom season is from April to June.
Growing Guide
The Canadian anemone prefers to grow in partial shade and full shade conditions with a moist nearly neutral pH soil. It is very adaptable. Propagate by root cuttings, division, or by seed. Divide in early spring or fall. Cuttings should be done in the spring. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones of three to nine.
Distribution
This plant is found in Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming. It is found in sandy shores, ditches, and damp meadows.
Warnings for Canadian Anemone
When it is fresh, all parts of the plant are poisonous. There can be blistering and inflammation from the sap and, if ingested, can have diarrhea and vomiting.
Problems
There are no real pest or disease problems with the Canadian anemone. It may get a little aggressive depending on where it is planted due to the underground rhizomes.
Source: NPIN