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Rue Anemone : Anemonella

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rue anemone

Family: Ranunculaceae

Above: flower close, Below: patch on a shady hill Use: forests, shady gardens, upland woods
rue anemone patch

Plant: tuberous perennial to 8"

Origin: eastern US forests

Zone
: 4 - 8

Flowers
: small white or pinkish, anemone-like flowers bloom as leaves emergge

Foliage: scalloped leaves are ephemeral, especially in sunny areas

Culture
: part sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.



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