Anemone Dreaming Swan
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, long-blooming floral beauty.
The Anemone Dreaming Swan™ offers elegant semi-double blooms and handsome foliage, making it an easy-to-care-for addition to any garden. This variety attracts butterflies with its golden centers while remaining unbothered by deer and rabbits. Its petals open pure white on the front, revealing a stunning reverse side that transitions from soft pink to lavender on wiry stems. Enjoy its unique coloring and longer bloom time from early to late summer. It naturalizes well in various soil types, including salt-tolerant conditions, providing worry-free beauty perfect for cutting or borders.
$24.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1601
/ 2769
#1601 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
SKU
38168
Who it's for
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring sturdy, self-supporting perennials
- Gardeners seeking sophisticated, multi-dimensional floral aesthetics
- Landscape planners needing reliable color for late-season gaps
Who should skip it
- Residents in arid climates with limited irrigation access
- Pet owners or families with small children
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, high-impact results
Performance breakdown
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits without requiring chemical intervention.
Bloom Longevity
Extended summer flowering window outperforms many standard perennial varieties.
Maintenance Ease
Naturalizes effortlessly with minimal care once established in the garden.
Pollinator Appeal
Golden centers act as a magnet for local butterfly populations.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in diverse soil conditions including salt-heavy coastal environments.
Floral Utility
Wiry stems and striking bicolor petals make excellent cut flower arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
38168
Genus
Anemone
Variety
'Macane004'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
2.5 Feet
Mature Width
2.17 Feet
Hardiness Zones
6 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun/Part Shade
Features
- Elegant semi-double blooms
- Attracts butterflies
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Longer bloom time than most
- Easy to naturalize
- Suitable for cut flowers
- Salt tolerant
- Worry-free maintenance
What customers say
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, centered on the plant's exceptional quality and unique design. Gardeners are delighted by the robust health of the Anemone Dreaming Swan upon arrival. The striking, layered white and pink blooms deliver a spectacular, long lasting display, fulfilling the promise of distinctive beauty. While a few noted slow initial establishment, the plant proves reliable, establishing itself well and becoming a highly valued addition for those seeking dependable performance and visual impact.
Know before you buy
This variety thrives in either full sun or part shade. For optimal growth and bloom production, ensure the plant receives consistent light throughout the day.
Yes, the Anemone Dreaming Swan is salt-tolerant, making it a reliable choice for coastal gardens where salt spray can often damage more sensitive plants.
This variety offers a longer bloom time than most anemones, providing flowers from early summer through late summer.
Yes, this variety is specifically noted for being unbothered by deer and rabbits, making it a great option if you have frequent wildlife visitors in your garden.
It performs best in loamy, well-drained soil. It is important to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to ensure the plant remains healthy.
Absolutely. The elegant semi-double blooms and sturdy wiry stems make this variety an excellent choice for cutting and displaying in indoor floral arrangements.
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