Anemone × hybrida ‘Whirlwind’ – A Graceful Late-Season Bloomer with Elegant White Petals
Anemone × hybrida ‘Whirlwind’ is a stunning late-season perennial that brings a touch of elegance to the garden with its semi-double, crisp white blooms. From late summer into autumn, its ruffled petals surround a golden-yellow centre, creating a luminous display that stands out against deep green foliage. With its tall, airy stems and graceful movement, ‘Whirlwind’ adds height, texture, and long-lasting colour to borders when many other plants are beginning to fade. Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow, this variety is perfect for extending the flowering season while attracting pollinators.
Why Grow Anemone × hybrida ‘Whirlwind’?
Ruffled White Blooms – Semi-double white petals with a soft, windblown appearance add a delicate, sophisticated touch to the late-season garden.
Graceful, Airy Growth – Tall, branching stems create movement and structure, making it ideal for the middle or back of borders.
Pollinator-Friendly – Bees and butterflies love its nectar-rich flowers, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
Hardy & Low-Maintenance – Fully hardy in the UK, ‘Whirlwind’ is resilient and thrives with minimal care, returning year after year.
Long-Lived & Naturalising – Forms a spreading clump of attractive deep green foliage, filling spaces beautifully over time.
Planting & Care Guide
Position – Prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving in dappled light or the edges of woodland gardens.
Soil – Grows best in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter but adapts to most conditions, except extremely dry or waterlogged sites.
Watering – Water regularly when newly planted; once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant but benefits from consistent moisture.
Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the blooming period and maintain a tidy appearance.
- Cut back stems in late autumn after flowering to prepare for fresh spring growth.
- Mulch in winter to protect young plants and encourage healthy development.
- Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour and prevent overcrowding.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Anemone ‘Whirlwind’ pairs beautifully with late-flowering perennials such as Asters, Sedum, and Rudbeckia, creating a stunning autumnal display. It also works well with ornamental grasses like Miscanthus and Panicum, where its delicate flowers contrast with their flowing textures. For a romantic, layered look, combine with Echinacea, Salvia, and Verbena bonariensis, or plant alongside Hydrangeas for a striking woodland effect.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
