Anemone nemorosa - Wood Anemone (Lus na gaoithe)

This is a native Irish wildflower perennial that will show off its delicate white flowers from February through to April. Has a creeping habit and can be found on rich soil in woods, river- and roadbanks. The lovely green, deeply cut leaves will add texture to informal flowerbeds or as an underplanting for roses and shrubs.
Any shady spot can support a thriving colony of wood anemones. Even urban gardens where shade is cast from tall buildings, rather than trees will do.

Site: Sheltered
Position: Cool shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained humus-rich soil with plenty of leaf mould
Planting Period: Bulbs from September to November, Potted plants year round
Flowering Period: February to April
Planting: Depth 2” (5 cm), Spacing 6” (15 cm)
Height: 4'' (10cm)