Zone 8 · Japanese Anemone
Planting Japanese Anemone in Zone 8
Anemone hupehensis
✅ Japanese Anemone thrives in zone 8 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Japanese Anemone outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in spring in rich, moist soil with afternoon shade. Spreads — give it room or edge firmly.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
September – October
Peak bloom
September
Sun required
part sun
Mature height
36"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Japanese Anemone in zone 8
Plant in spring in rich, moist soil with afternoon shade. Spreads — give it room or edge firmly.
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Japanese Anemone peaks in September. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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