Anemone 'Lucky Charm' is a standout cultivar of Japanese anemone, prized for its deep pink blooms and bold, dark green foliage with rich bronze undertones. Blooming in late summer to fall, it brings vibrant color when many other plants are fading.
Height & Spread: 2 - 2.5 ft x 1.5 - 2 ft
Bloom Time: Late summer (August to October)
Light Requirements: Partial sun to light shade; performs well in dappled woodland settings
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soils enriched with organic matter
Watering Needs: Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil, especially during dry periods
Deer Resistance: Moderately resistant - may be browsed but not a preferred food source
NATIVE STATUS
Hybrid cultivar derived from species native to Asia (notably Anemone hupehensis and Anemone tomentosa), making it best suited for ornamental and pollinator-supportive plantings rather than native restoration efforts.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Butterflies
- Attracts migrating butterflies such as Monarchs and Painted Ladies looking for fuel on their journeys.
Bees
- Especially attractive to late-season bees like bumblebees and carpenter bees seeking nectar.
Other Insects
- Hoverflies and other beneficial insects may use the plant for foraging late into the fall.
SPACING & LANDSCAPE USE
Spacing Recommendations
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Plant 18 - 24 inches apart to allow for gradual spreading and airflow.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for woodland edges, shaded borders, and pollinator-friendly shade gardens. Its upright form also makes it a lovely back or mid border accent in mixed perennial beds.
COMPANION PLANTS
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Heuchera villosa (Coral Bells) - foliage contrast and late-season texture.
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Actaea racemosa (Black Cohosh) - for height and fragrant white blooms.
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Hakonechloa macra (Japanese Forest Grass) - a graceful, low-growing partner for the anemone's upright stems.
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Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily) - for similar bloom timing and shade preference.
- Hosta - broad leaved foliage balance and layered texture.