Anemones are best propagated by dividing their tubers or rhizomes. You can divide anemones in the spring or fall.
Steps for propagating anemones
- Dig up the anemone plant
- Use a sharp tool to divide the root ball into sections
- Replant the sections or store them in a cool, dry place
- In the spring, replant the stored sections or the new sections you divided
- Water well
When to divide anemones
Corm-type anemones: Divide in the fall by breaking off smaller corms that are attached to the original
Other types of anemones: Divide in the fall by cutting the rhizomes or tuberous roots into sections
Japanese anemones: Divide in the spring
Tips for propagating anemones
The new plants may take a season or two to recover and bloom again
Anemones prefer rich, moist, well-drained soil Anemones can be grown in containers, as cut flowers, or as ground cover