Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Blue – Sky-blue spring anemone

The Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Blue is a stunning spring bloomer with bright, sky-blue, cup-shaped flowers that add color and elegance to borders, window boxes, and rockeries. Thanks to the Mistral Plus® series, known for its large-flowered, vigorous, and compact plants, this anemone is ideal for gardens, patios, and pots.

With its fresh blue flowers and deep green foliage, Levante® Blue is perfect for gardeners who love intense, vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms in early spring. The flowers open from March and bloom for several weeks, making them a striking and graceful addition to any garden.

Origin and characteristics

The Anemone coronaria, also known as crown or river anemone, is native to the Mediterranean region. The Mistral Plus® series has been specially selected for its large flowers, strong stems, and compact growth, ensuring long-lasting beauty and making it suitable for both large borders and smaller gardens.

Features of Mistral Plus® Blue:

• Flower color: sky blue with a contrasting dark heart

• Height: 25–30 cm, perfect 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 well, making them ideal as cut flowers for bouquets or table decorations.

Location and care

The Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Blue grows best in a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. It's at home in borders, flower boxes, rock gardens, or as a cutting garden plant.

Growing and care tips:

• Planting bulbs: 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 be dug up and stored, or in mild winters, they can be overwintered in the open ground.

Use in the garden

Mistral Plus® Blue is versatile in use:

• Spring border: combine with white, pink or red spring flowers for a fresh colour palette

• Flower boxes and pots: compact growth makes them ideal for patios and balconies

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

• Natural garden: plant multiple colours from the Mistral Plus® series for a spectacular effect

Thanks to their compact and even growth, the plants can be planted both in groups and as solitary plants, making them flexible in use.

Bee-friendly and low-maintenance

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

Care is simple: water during dry periods, remove spent flowers and allow a few bulbs or seeds to ripen for regrowth the following season.

Summary

Conclusion

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

An excellent choice for gardeners looking for bright, reliable and bee-friendly spring plants for a fresh, vibrant spring.