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Description
Anemone Blanda Ingramii is a low-growing spring-flowering plant that produces blue-violet flowers with a white center. This plant is a member of the Ranunculaceae family and is native to Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon. It is a popular plant for gardens and is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Anemone |
Appearance
Anemone Blanda Ingramii grows to a height of 10-15 cm and spreads up to 20 cm. The leaves are basal and divided into three lobes. The flowers are 2-3 cm in diameter and have five to eight petals. The petals are blue-violet with a white center. The flowers bloom in early spring and last for about three weeks.
Care Guide
Anemone Blanda Ingramii requires well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and needs to be watered regularly during the growing season. The plant should be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Anemone Blanda Ingramii is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Anemone Blanda Ingramii is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot. It may also be attacked by slugs and snails. To prevent these problems, the plant should be grown in well-draining soil and watered at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the leaves. Slug and snail control measures such as copper tape or diatomaceous earth may also be used.
Habitat
Anemone Blanda Ingramii is native to Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon. It grows in rocky areas and on hillsides. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: When does Anemone Blanda Ingramii bloom?
A: Anemone Blanda Ingramii blooms in early spring.
Q: What kind of soil does Anemone Blanda Ingramii require?
A: Anemone Blanda Ingramii requires well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What should I do if my Anemone Blanda Ingramii is attacked by slugs and snails?
A: To prevent slug and snail damage, use copper tape or diatomaceous earth.
Related Plants
- Anemone nemorosa
- Anemone sylvestris
- Anemone blanda
References
- “Anemone Blanda Ingramii.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=283051.
- “Anemone Blanda.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/plants/10491/anemone-blanda/details.
