Canada Anemone
Anemone canadensis
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The Canada Anemone brightens moist meadows and streambanks with crisp white saucer-shaped flowers from May through July. A vigorous spreader via rhizomes — ideal for naturalizing wet areas but can outcompete neighbours in a small bed. Fresh plant contains protoanemonin, which is mildly toxic if chewed but loses its toxicity when dried.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Province-wide, Zone 2
Light
Full sun to part shade, moist
Bloom Time
May–July
Soil
Moist to wet; tolerates clay and seasonally flooded ground
Water
Consistently moist; tolerates short dry spells once established
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Easiest by rhizome division in spring or fall — every piece with a bud grows. Seed germinates after 60–90 days cold moist stratification.
Spacing
30–45 cm (spreads aggressively — plan accordingly)
Always verify plant identification with multiple sources before consuming any wild plant. This information is for educational purposes only.
