Curtain Call® Deep Rose Japanese Anemone (Anemone × ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’)
Compact Fall-Blooming Perennial with Rosy Pink Flowers & Long-Lasting Color
🌿 Plant Overview
Common Name: Curtain Call® Deep Rose Japanese Anemone
Botanical Name: Anemone × ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Family: Ranunculaceae
Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Native Range: Hybrid (derived from Asian species)
📊 Key Characteristics
Height: 12–24 inches
Spread: ~12 inches
Bloom Time: Late summer to late fall (until frost)
Flower Color: Deep rosy pink with yellow center
Foliage: Rich green, mounding
Growth Habit: Compact, upright, spreading
☀️ Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade preferred in warmer climates)
Water Needs: Medium (consistent moisture preferred)
Soil: Rich, organic, well-drained; prefers slightly acidic to neutral
Maintenance Level: Low
This compact anemone thrives in moist, well-drained soils and benefits from mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
🌸 Garden Features
✔️ Long-lasting late-season blooms
✔️ Compact size ideal for smaller spaces and containers
✔️ Attracts butterflies and pollinators
✔️ Deer and rabbit resistant
✔️ Salt tolerant
✔️ Unique fluffy seed heads after bloom
✂️ Care & Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune back in early spring before new growth emerges. Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Mulch heavily to protect roots and retain soil moisture.
🌼 Landscape Uses
Borders, cottage gardens, woodland gardens, containers, edging, cut flower gardens, patio plantings
🌿 19 Birch Lane Insight
‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’ brings a refined, romantic feel to the late-season garden—offering color and movement when most perennials have faded.
🌱 Noteworthy Characteristics
This improved compact variety blooms earlier and stays tidier than traditional Japanese anemones. Its silky, rose-pink petals with bright yellow centers create a striking contrast against dark, wiry stems. After flowering, it produces soft, cotton-like seed heads, adding extended seasonal interest.
⚠️ Problems
Generally trouble-free. Requires consistent moisture—avoid dry conditions. May benefit from winter mulch in colder climates.
Curtain Call® Deep Rose Japanese Anemone (Anemone × ‘Curtain Call Deep Rose’)
Compact Fall-Blooming Perennial with Rosy Pink Flowers & Long-Lasting Color