Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Shocking Pink – Bright pink spring anemone

The Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Shocking Pink is a striking spring bloomer with intense, bright pink, cup-shaped flowers that add vibrant color and cheerfulness to borders, window boxes, and rock gardens. 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 bright pink flowers and fresh green foliage, the Mistral Plus® Shocking Pink is perfect for gardeners who love beautiful, vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms in early spring. The flowers open from March and continue to bloom for weeks, making them a striking and graceful addition to any garden.

Origin and characteristics

The Anemone coronaria, also known as crown or river anemone, originates from the Mediterranean. The Mistral Plus® series is selected for its large flowers, strong stems, and compact growth, ensuring long-lasting beauty and making them ideal for both large borders and small gardens.

Features of Mistral Plus® Shocking Pink:

• Flower colour: bright pink 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 well, making them ideal as cut flowers for bouquets or table decorations.

Location and care

The Anemone coronaria Mistral Plus® Shocking Pink 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, no flooding

• 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® Shocking Pink is versatile in use:

• Spring border: combine with white, red or blue spring flowers for a spectacular 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 an impressive 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® Shocking Pink 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® Shocking Pink is a graceful, bright pink 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 vigorous, reliable and bee-friendly spring plants for a cheerful and vibrant spring.