Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone
Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone
Double Deep-Rose Blooms on a Compact Fall Anemone
Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone (Anemone 'Curtain Call Deep Rose') delivers rich, fully double deep-rose flowers on a tidy, compact plant from late summer into fall. Bred for a shorter, sturdier habit than older Japanese anemones, it brings strong late-season color to the front of part-shade borders without flopping. Deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly, it's a polished finale for Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury gardens.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Anemone 'Curtain Call Deep Rose' |
| Mature Size | 16–20 in tall and wide (compact) |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 4–8 (hardy in the Twin Cities; mulch in colder areas) |
| Light | Part shade to full sun (afternoon shade ideal) |
| Bloom Time | Late summer to fall |
| Flower Color | Double deep rose |
| Soil | Rich, moist, well-drained |
Landscape Uses
Use Curtain Call Deep Rose at the front of part-shade borders, in containers, and along woodland edges. Its compact, sturdy habit pairs beautifully with hostas, ferns, and ornamental grasses, and the blooms are lovely for cutting.
Best Time to Plant
Plant in spring so the roots establish well before winter. In colder parts of Minnesota, a protected site and winter mulch improve overwintering.
How to Plant
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill with compost-enriched soil, water thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 inches deep.
Watering
First Year: Keep the soil consistently moist, watering 2–3 times per week. Anemones dislike drying out.
After Year One: Water regularly during dry spells; they prefer steady moisture.
Drip Irrigation: A soaker hose or drip line keeps the root zone evenly moist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Curtain Call different?
It's bred to be shorter and sturdier than older Japanese anemones, with fully double flowers and less flopping.
Is it hardy in Minnesota?
It's reliably hardy in the Twin Cities; in colder areas plant in a sheltered spot and mulch for winter.
When does it bloom?
Late summer into fall.
Is it deer resistant?
Yes, deer tend to avoid anemones.
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Pair Curtain Call Deep Rose with taller fall anemones, hostas, and ornamental grasses for a layered late-season part-shade border.
How Many Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone Do I Need?
This compact 16–20 in. anemone fronts a part-shade border or naturalizes in a small drift. Space plants about 18 inches apart and group in 3–5 for a fuller late-season show.
| Bed / Border Length | Plants Needed (18 in. spacing) |
|---|---|
| 10 ft | 7 |
| 20 ft | 13 |
| 30 ft | 20 |
| 40 ft | 27 |
Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: A low mound of dark green, maple-like foliage emerges; the plant builds steadily through the season.
- Summer: Foliage fills in; flower buds form on sturdy, compact stems by late summer.
- Fall: Fully double deep-rose flowers open and carry strong color into autumn without the flop of older anemones.
- Winter: Dies back to the ground; in colder spots a winter mulch protects the crown for reliable return.
At a Glance
✔ Pollinator-Friendly ✔ Deer-Resistant ✔ Shade-Tolerant
Plant It With
- Japanese Painted Fern — silvery fronds that cool the rich rose blooms in part shade.
- Alexandria Brunnera — heart-shaped silver foliage for a season-long groundwork beneath the anemone.
- Black Pearls Astilbe — moisture-loving plumes that share its rich, well-drained soil.
- Berry Smoothie Coral Bells — berry-toned foliage that ties into the deep-rose flowers.
Is Curtain Call Deep Rose Anemone Right for Your Yard?
It thrives in part shade (afternoon shade ideal) with rich, moist, well-drained soil — perfect for a late-season lift in woodland-edge and foundation borders, and deer tend to pass it by. Not a fit for hot, dry, full-sun spots that dry out, where the foliage and bloom suffer.