Rue Anemone

Rue Anemone is a wild flower found in the woods and in rocky locations. Also known by crowfoot and wind flower, this flower for shade gardening is in the buttercup family. It is an early bloomer, around March and April. It grows to a height of 12 to 18 inches tall. Needs constant moisture and an acidic soil. Propagation is best by division. There are several suppliers of this shade flower. The flower is almost always white and to a lesser degree pink. Having said that, there are domesticated varieties available. 
These aren't show stoppers, but a unique addition, that little extra no one else has. They work especially well in a rock shade garden.
| Double White | Tairin | Betty Blake |  |  |  |
| Green Dragon | Shoaf's Double Pink | Cameo |  |  |  |
 | Anemone - Blue and White - Mixed Colors - $ 11.50 The Blue and White Windflower Mix, 'Anemone De Caen Blue and White', consists of a striking combination of blue and white anemones. Each bulb produces multiple flowers in late spring. This flower is also known as Japanese Anemone and is one of the best spring flowers to plant. The foliage is glossy and brilliant. Anemone are easily grown and do best in slightly shaded locations.
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