{"product_id":"anemone-nemorosa-vestal-corms","title":"Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal' Corms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vestal' is an exquisite \u003cstrong\u003edouble-flowered wood anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing pure white blooms with distinctive, densely packed button-like centres. Awarded the \u003cstrong\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautiful cultivar combines the natural woodland charm of our native wood anemone with a much fuller and more unusual flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering from \u003cstrong\u003eMarch to April\u003c\/strong\u003e, 'Vestal' typically grows to around \u003cstrong\u003e10-15cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, although established plants can occasionally reach closer to 20cm. Its low-growing habit makes it ideal beneath deciduous trees and shrubs, along woodland edges, in shady borders and anywhere a natural carpet of spring flowers is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vestal'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Wood Anemone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double, with a button-like centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e March-April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10-15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial or dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-growing, spreading rhizomatous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodland gardens, shady borders and naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Vestal' is a particularly distinctive cultivar of \u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e, the familiar wood anemone found carpeting ancient woodland in Britain and elsewhere in Europe. Rather than the simple ring of petals surrounding prominent yellow stamens seen in the species, 'Vestal' produces \u003cstrong\u003esix or seven broad white outer petals surrounding a dense centre of narrow white petaloid staminodes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an unusual two-tiered appearance, almost like a small white pompom sitting in the centre of each flower. Against the deeply divided fresh green foliage, the brilliant white flowers create an exceptionally attractive spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn RHS Award of Garden Merit Wood Anemone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vestal' has received the \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/strong\u003e, recognising its value as a reliable and worthwhile garden plant when grown in appropriate conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly effective when allowed to establish into informal colonies. Although each individual plant is small, a mature patch carrying numerous double white flowers can become a striking feature of a spring woodland garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Woodland and Shade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Vestal' is happiest in \u003cstrong\u003epartial or dappled shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Planting beneath deciduous trees and shrubs provides particularly suitable conditions, as plenty of light reaches the plants during early spring before the overhead canopy develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs surrounding trees come into leaf, the increasing shade coincides with the wood anemone completing its annual growth cycle. The foliage eventually dies back and the plant spends the remainder of the year dormant underground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil and Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, choose a \u003cstrong\u003ehumus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Conditions similar to a natural woodland floor are ideal. Incorporating leaf mould, garden compost or other well-rotted organic matter can be particularly beneficial on poorer soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the plants appreciate moisture while actively growing, avoid sites that remain permanently waterlogged. Once established, the underground rhizomes are capable of gradually spreading through suitable soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWood anemones grow from \u003cstrong\u003eslender creeping rhizomes\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than the knobbly corms associated with species such as \u003cem\u003eAnemone blanda\u003c\/em\u003e. Plant the rhizomes horizontally approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3-5cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e, covering them gently with soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor naturalising, space them around 10-15cm apart in informal groups. They may initially appear quite widely spaced, but established plants gradually spread through their underground rhizomes to create increasingly substantial colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWater after planting if the soil is dry and try to prevent newly planted rhizomes from drying out completely while they establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNaturalising Anemone 'Vestal'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the great attractions of wood anemones is their ability to form \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful spring carpets\u003c\/strong\u003e. 'Vestal' will gradually spread when planted in suitable conditions, although patience is worthwhile as colonies develop over several growing seasons rather than appearing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the most natural effect, plant small groups at irregular intervals beneath trees, around shrubs or through an informal woodland border. As the rhizomes spread, these separate groups can gradually develop into larger patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pure white flowers work beautifully alongside other spring woodland plants. Snowdrops, primroses, hellebores, erythroniums and other forms of \u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e all make suitable companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombining cultivars with different flower forms can be particularly effective. The intricate double centres of 'Vestal', for example, provide an attractive contrast alongside simpler single-flowered wood anemones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the foliage to \u003cstrong\u003edie back naturally after flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e. During this period the leaves continue to replenish the underground rhizomes, helping to support the following year's growth and flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage will eventually disappear completely as the plant enters summer dormancy. This is entirely normal and does not mean the plant has died. Avoid disturbing the dormant rhizomes unnecessarily and fresh shoots should return the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb pure white double flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive button-like centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers in March and April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth of approximately 10-15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for partial and dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent beneath deciduous trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads gradually to form attractive colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for woodland and naturalistic planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn unusual alternative to single wood anemones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal' a double wood anemone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 'Vestal' has broad white outer petals surrounding a dense, button-like centre formed from numerous narrow white staminodes, giving the flower its distinctive double appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does Anemone 'Vestal' flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt generally flowers during March and April, providing colour early in the spring garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal' grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlants typically reach around 10-15cm tall, although established specimens may occasionally grow somewhat taller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Anemone 'Vestal' spread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Like other wood anemones, it grows from creeping rhizomes and will gradually spread to form colonies where conditions are suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow Anemone 'Vestal' beneath trees?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Beneath deciduous trees and shrubs is one of the best positions, providing good spring light followed by dappled shade later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Anemone nemorosa 'Vestal' have an RHS AGM?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 'Vestal' has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (AGM).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003epure white double blooms, unusual button-like centres and ability to naturalise in shady areas\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAnemone nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vestal' is an outstanding woodland perennial. 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