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Key characteristics

Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 6 to 10 in
Width: 6 to 12 in
Flower color: Soft green-tinged white blossoms with a subtle hint of green at the petal bases, creating a “greenish” floral cast
Foliage color: Medium to deep green, finely divided foliage forming a low, attractive groundcover
Bloom time: Early to mid spring
Light: Part shade
Water: Moderate moisture
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers to tidy appearance
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife: Bees and other early-season pollinators

Groundcovers

Anemone nemorosa 'Green Dragon'

Green Dragon Wood Anemone

Anemone nemorosa 'Green Dragon' features unusual green and white flowers formed from tightly packed, irregular segments. Blossoms emerge in early to mid spring, held above deeply divided medium-green foliage that forms low, spreading colonies. Flowers often show subtle variation in shape, adding visual texture as plants mature through the season.

This selection originated in European woodland gardens during the nineteenth century. It performs well in naturalized drifts, shaded borders, and along paths where its unusual flowers can be viewed up close. It creates seasonal ground-level interest and combines naturally with other spring-flowering woodland plants, including early bulbs and companion perennials.

Light

Part shade

Water

Moderate moisture

Bloom time

Early to mid spring

Find this plant

Works well in

Pollinator Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Borders
Deer Prone Areas

Companion plants

Hellebores · Epimediums · Brunneras · Hostas · Ferns · Pulmonarias

Design tip

Feature near the front of shaded planting beds where its unusual blooms provide an unexpected point of interest early in the season. Surround it with simple green foliage to emphasize its distinctive flowers without competing for attention.

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