Creeping chinese windflower - Anemone altaica (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Creeping chinese windflower

Also known as: Irkutsk anemone

Generally found in woodland gardens, creeping chinese windflower is usually pollinated by flies and bees. This perennial is small, growing up to 20 cm. The rhizome is thought to assist in digestion or promote appetite, and it’s also an aromatic stimulant.

Scientific classification

Species

Creeping chinese windflower (Anemone altaica)

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Mid spring, Late spring

Bloom Time

11 cm to 23 cm

Plant Height

30 cm to 45 cm

Spread

White, Purple, Yellow, Pink, Green, Blue, Red

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Creeping chinese windflower

Distribution of Creeping chinese windflower

Distribution Map

Creeping chinese windflower is native to temperate regions in parts of Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. It has also been introduced to similar climates in other regions due to its cultivation. Though naturally occurring within a narrow range, creeping chinese windflower's adaptability allows it to thrive in various areas beyond its indigenous locales.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Forests, scrub, streamsides

Care Guide for Creeping chinese windflower

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from temperate forest understories, creeping chinese windflower prefers moderately moist, well-drained soil, requiring watering every 1-2 weeks. Once established, it shows moderate drought tolerance. Creeping chinese windflower thrives outdoors when soil moisture reflects its native climate's seasonal rainfall patterns.

Fertilize: Use balanced nutrition fertilizers for creeping chinese windflower, adding high-phosphorus options at blooming onset. Fertilize bi-monthly in spring and summer, quarterly in autumn, and not at all in winter. Apply to moist soil and monitor creeping chinese windflower's response for optimal growth and health.

Pruning: Creeping chinese windflower is a low-growing perennial featuring daisy-like flowers. Prune in spring to remove dead stems and excessive growth, promoting healthy flowering and air circulation. Pruning post-bloom helps avoid cutting future flowers, leading to a robust and floriferous appearance.

Propagation: Creeping chinese windflower, a member of the buttercup family, is valued for its ornamental appeal and is easily propagated by division. This involves separating the root system into segments with sufficient roots and shoots, promoting stable growth and rapid garden expansion in similar conditions.

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