Also known as Wood Anemone
Eriocapitella rupicola, the Rock windflower, is a charming perennial featuring delicate white flowers in late spring. It thrives in rocky, well-drained sites.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun with afternoon shade. Protect from intense sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures. Protect from extreme heat and frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Eriocapitella rupicola prefers evenly moist soil but dislikes waterlogging.
Reduce watering in late autumn and winter when the plant is dormant or experiencing cooler temperatures to prevent root rot.
Deadheading spent flowers can encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any dead or damaged foliage at the base of the plant in late autumn or early spring. Minimal pruning is generally required.
Divide established clumps in early spring or autumn when the plant is dormant. Carefully separate the rhizomes, ensuring each division has at least one bud and sufficient roots.
Replant immediately into well-draining soil.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. The best time is in early spring before new growth emerges. Use a well-draining potting mix amended with compost and replant at the same depth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Rock Windflower (Eriocapitella rupicola)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Eriocapitella |
| Species | Eriocapitella rupicola |
Similar in genus Eriocapitella
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