How much sun does Cut-leaf Anemone need?

Cut-leaf Anemone grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Cut-leaf Anemone bloom?

Cut-leaf Anemone blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Cut-leaf Anemone native?

Cut-leaf Anemone (Anemone multifida) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 16 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

Is Cut-leaf Anemone toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Cut-leaf Anemone as toxic to livestock.

What pollinators does Cut-leaf Anemone attract?

Cut-leaf Anemone draws bees and beetles.

Is Cut-leaf Anemone HOA-friendly?

Cut-leaf Anemone takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Cut-leaf Anemone

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Anemone multifida

Last reviewed: June 2026

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Cut-leaf Anemone as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

8"–24" H × 6"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 16 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range Central Basin and Range

Cut-leaf anemone is a delicate native wildflower with finely divided, lacy foliage and white or pale pink flowers that bloom through summer. This compact perennial forms neat clumps and goes dormant in winter, making it suitable for naturalized areas and mixed borders.

In an HOA neighborhood

Cut-leaf Anemone takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Appears too wild and informal for typical HOA standards
Completely disappears in winter leaving bare spots
Small delicate flowers may not provide expected garden impact

Wildlife value

The flowers attract native bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. Seeds provide food for small birds and wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Cut-leaf Anemone need?: Cut-leaf Anemone grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Cut-leaf Anemone bloom?: Cut-leaf Anemone blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Cut-leaf Anemone native?: Cut-leaf Anemone (Anemone multifida) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 16 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Cut-leaf Anemone toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Cut-leaf Anemone as toxic to livestock.
What pollinators does Cut-leaf Anemone attract?: Cut-leaf Anemone draws bees and beetles.
Is Cut-leaf Anemone HOA-friendly?: Cut-leaf Anemone takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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