Anemone coronaria Levante® Heavenly Blue – Heavenly Blue Spring Anemone

The Anemone coronaria Levante® Heavenly Blue is a beautiful spring bloomer with bright, sky-blue, cup-shaped flowers that add a fresh, airy pop of color to borders, planters, and rockeries. This Levante® series is known for its large flowers, compact growth, and sturdy stems, making it ideal for both gardens and patios.

With its soft, intense blue flowers and deep green foliage, Levante® Heavenly Blue is a perfect choice for gardeners who appreciate vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms. The flowers open in spring and can last for several weeks, adding a striking and elegant touch to early spring.

Origin and characteristics

The Anemone coronaria, also known as the crown or river anemone, originates from the Mediterranean region. The Levante® series has been specially selected for its large, evenly shaped flowers, strong stems, and compact growth, ensuring the plants remain beautiful in the garden for a long time.

Features of Levante® Heavenly Blue:

• Flower color: sky blue with a contrasting dark heart

• Height: 25–30 cm, ideal for borders, pots or flower boxes

• Flowering period: March – May (spring flowering)

• Leaf: deep green, finely divided, forms an attractive base

The flowers are weather-resistant and retain their shape and colour, making them suitable as cut flowers for bouquets.

Location and care

The Anemone coronaria Levante® Heavenly Blue grows best in a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. It thrives in borders, flower boxes, and rock gardens, and can also be used as a cutting garden plant.

Growing and care tips:

• Planting bulbs: in autumn (October–November) or spring, 5–7 cm deep

• Planting distance: 10–15 cm between the bulbs

• Soil: light, humus-rich and well-drained

• Water: regularly during the growing season, but not excessively.

• Protection: mulch prevents frost damage during wet winters

After flowering, the leaves wither. The bulbs can then be dug up and stored or overwintered in warm, well-drained areas in the open ground.

Use in the garden

Levante® Heavenly Blue is versatile in use:

• Spring border: combine with tulips, daffodils or muscari for an airy and colorful whole

• Flower boxes and pots: ideal for patios and balconies thanks to their compact growth

• Pick-your-own garden: sturdy flowers suitable for vase bouquets

• Natural garden: plant multiple colours of the Levante® series for a spectacular effect

Thanks to its compact, even growth, this anemone can be used both in groups and as a solitary plant.

Bee-friendly and low-maintenance

The Anemone coronaria Levante® Heavenly Blue attracts bees, bumblebees, and other pollinators, contributing to a biodiverse garden. It is also safe for pets and children.

In terms of care, it is simple: water during dry periods, remove dead flowers and allow some seeds to ripen for regrowth the following season.

Summary

Conclusion

The Anemone coronaria Levante® Heavenly Blue is a graceful, sky-blue spring bloomer that adds color, elegance, and biodiversity to the garden. Its compact growth, intense color, and long flowering period make it ideal for borders, pots, and cutting gardens.

An excellent choice for gardeners looking for bright, long-lasting color and bee-friendly plants for a colorful spring.