Anemone
The anemone's dark navy or black centre against pure white, blood-red or deep purple petals is one of the strongest contrast points in commercial floristry. Italian Mistral cultivars are the premium tier — large heads, strong stems, saturated colour. Anemones photograph beautifully but are unforgiving of heat; they belong in cool spaces.
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mediterranean; commercially grown in Italy, Israel, Netherlands, California |
| Peak season | November, December, January, February, March, April |
| Availability | October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May |
| Stem length | 30–45 cm |
| Vase life | 4–7 days |
| Colors | white, pink, red, burgundy, purple, navy |
| Price tier | premium |
Cut stems and place in shallow, cool water. Anemones open and close with light — cover blooms in tissue if you need to slow their opening during assembly.
- •Blooms open and close with light and temperature
- •Very sensitive to warmth — will over-open in 2–3 hours if left in heat
- •The signature dark centre bruises easily — handle with care
- •In assembly: wrap flower head in tissue and staple to keep closed
11 named anemone cultivars from the Lacy Bird master catalogue — each a distinct commercial variety.
Entries marked ✦ come from the Acanta master catalogue — the shared database of cut flowers, forms, colours and named varieties that florists and studios build on. The rest are our editorial genus reference. What is Acanta →
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Frequently asked questions
When is Anemone in season?
Anemone peaks in November, December, January, February, March, April, and florists can usually source it October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Anemone last in a vase?
Expect 4–7 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Anemone?
Good substitutes for Anemone include Ranunculus, Poppy. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Anemone symbolise?
Anemone is associated with anticipation, protection from evil, sincerity.
How do you care for cut Anemone?
Blooms open and close with light and temperature
