The following species are certainly not a comprehensive list. It is intended to be more of an introduction and encouragement to use these plants in your woodland garden. I can not imagine a shade garden without several species of anemone. Included are anemones that I have grown in my garden and the ones I want to grow. If you have any tendencies toward collecting, be forewarned.
Anemones are like potato chips or buttered movie theater popcorn.
You can not have just one nibble and then walk away. Their easily grown beauties can be downright addictive. American Wood Anemone Anemone quinquefolia can be found growing in woods throughout the US and lower part of Canada. In spite of the wide range, it is not seen in catalogs or gardens all that frequently. Perhaps some of this is due to its somewhat quiet and quaint appearance when compared to other members of the family.