Drummond's Anemone
Anemone drummondii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, ID, OR, WA
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Drummond's anemone is a delicate native wildflower that produces white, buttercup-like blooms on slender stems above low foliage. This compact perennial works well as a groundcover or accent plant in partially shaded areas. It blooms reliably from late spring through mid-summer.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drummond's 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.
- Very small stature may appear sparse in formal settings
- Unknown dormancy behavior could create bare patches
- Wildflower appearance may not meet landscaping expectations
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and beetles during its extended bloom period. This native plant provides nectar resources when many other spring wildflowers have finished blooming.
Common questions
- How much sun does Drummond's Anemone need?
- Drummond's Anemone grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Drummond's Anemone bloom?
- Drummond's Anemone blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Drummond's Anemone native?
- Drummond's Anemone (Anemone drummondii) is native to CA, ID, OR, WA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Drummond's Anemone attract?
- Drummond's Anemone draws bees and beetles.
- Is Drummond's Anemone HOA-friendly?
- Drummond's 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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