{"product_id":"anemone-italian-mixed","title":"Anemone Italian Mixed","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnemone Italian Mixed. - A spectacular mix showcasing romantic blush, lavender and violet alongside dramatic crimson and raspberry-ringed blooms, all finished with striking dark centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eItalian Anemones bring a touch of florist-quality luxury to the spring garden. Specially selected for their impressive flowers, strong stems and exquisite colouring, these premium Anemones produce beautifully formed blooms in an exceptional range of rich, romantic and often unusual shades. Their striking dark centres and delicately textured petals make every flower a standout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with standard Anemones, Italian varieties generally produce larger, more refined blooms carried on longer, sturdier stems. Their sophisticated colour palettes often include soft blush, lavender, violet, burgundy and distinctive bicolour combinations that are not commonly found in traditional Anemone mixtures. Standard Anemones remain wonderfully colourful and rewarding, while Italian Anemones offer that extra touch of elegance for gardeners and flower lovers seeking something truly special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItalian Anemones are superb for garden beds, borders, pots and mass plantings. They are particularly prized as cut flowers, with their strong stems, generous flower size and excellent vase life making them ideal for bouquets and floral arrangements. Regular picking and deadheading will encourage the plants to continue producing flowers throughout their season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their premium appearance, Italian Anemones are just as straightforward to grow as standard varieties. Each tuber develops attractive, finely divided foliage followed by numerous flowers held gracefully above the leaves. Flowering generally begins from mid winter and can continue through to late spring with regular watering and occasional applications of liquid fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sunny, well-drained position where the plants will receive plenty of light. Before planting, soak the tubers in tepid water for approximately 1–2 hours to help rehydrate them and encourage earlier sprouting. If you are uncertain which way the tuber should face, plant it on its side—it will naturally grow towards the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during active growth and flowering, but avoid allowing the soil to become waterlogged. Italian Anemones tolerate frost well and require very little maintenance once established. With their luxurious blooms, remarkable colours and outstanding performance in both the garden and the vase, they are a beautiful step up from the everyday Anemone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Express Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54125814513848,"sku":"PKANEIMX","price":21.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0805\/2920\/files\/Anemone-PKANEIMX-Italian-Mixed.jpg?v=1789706584","url":"https:\/\/gardenexpress.com.au\/products\/anemone-italian-mixed","provider":"Garden Express Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}