Anemone Queen Charlotte

Common Name: Japanese Anemone 'Queen Charlotte'

Description:
Anemone × hybrida 'Queen Charlotte', also known as 'Königin Charlotte', is a distinguished perennial celebrated for its semi-double, silky pink blossoms that grace the garden from late summer into autumn. Each flower, measuring approximately 7 cm in diameter, features up to 10-15 petals surrounding a cluster of bright yellow stamens, creating a luminous and eye-catching display. The blooms are elegantly perched on slender, wiry stems that rise above mounds of three-lobed, dark green foliage, adding vertical interest and movement to garden beds and borders. In Melbourne's climate, 'Queen Charlotte' thrives in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils and prefers a position in full sun to part shade. Regular watering is essential to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. This variety is known for its vigorous growth and, if left undisturbed, will form majestic clumps over time, providing a long-lasting and low-maintenance addition to the garden. 'Queen Charlotte' is also deer and rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 90–150 cm
• Width: Approximately 60 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Silky Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Disease Resistant
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Hostas
• Ferns
• Heucheras
• Astilbes
• Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum)

These companions thrive in similar growing conditions and enhance the aesthetic appeal of shaded or partially shaded garden areas.