Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Anemone hupehensis 'Bressingham Glow'
Bressingham Glow Windflower
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 18 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Rose pink blooms with yellow centers
- Foliage color
- Dark green, deeply divided leaves
- Bloom time
- Late summer to fall
- Light
- Partial shade to full sun
- Water
- Medium; prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; cut back spent flowers and foliage to encourage new growth
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5–8
- Wildlife
- Bees and butterflies
About this plant
Anemone hupehensis 'Bressingham Glow' produces soft, cup-shaped flowers in a rich shade of rose pink, complemented by a central cluster of golden-yellow stamens. Blooming from late summer through early fall, these flowers bring vibrant color to the garden during a time when many other plants begin to fade. The blooms rise gracefully on slender stems above attractive, dark green foliage, creating a dynamic presence in garden borders.
This cultivar originates from the renowned Bressingham Gardens in England, known for introducing exceptional perennials. 'Bressingham Glow' exemplifies the garden's dedication to breeding plants with extended seasonal interest and robust performance in temperate climates. Its enchanting flowers and long bloom period make it a standout choice for late-season displays.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias
Design tip
Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. It takes sun or light shade, which makes it useful along the changing light of a bed edge or a partly shaded border.
