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When to plant Anemones in Webster County, MO

Plant Anemones in Webster County, between April 11 and April 25 — the only viable window. Zone 6b's short season (194 frost-free days) rules out a fall crop.

When to Plant Anemones in Webster County, MO

Poppy anemones (Anemone coronaria) produce vivid, poppy-like flowers with striking black centers, in shades of red, blue, purple, white, and bicolor. A cool-season cut flower favorite, they thrive in the mild overlap between winter's end and summer's arrival. In mild-winter zones (7+), fall planting yields a spectacular mid-spring bloom flush that florists prize. In colder zones, spring planting produces summer flowers. The 'Meron' and 'Moissonnier' series dominate commercial cut flower production; 'De Caen' and 'St. Brigid' are standard home garden strains.

Webster County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 11 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.

At an elevation of 1,274 feet, Webster County receives approximately 38.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Anemones during the growing season.

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Webster County, MO (Zone 6b) Moderate season
194 days
Last Spring Frost April 11
194 growing days
First Fall Frost October 22

Webster County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Anemones Planting Timeline — Webster County, MO

Anemones Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 14 Mar 14 – Mar 28
Transplant Outdoors April 11 Apr 11 – Apr 25
Bloom May 9 May 9 – Jun 6

Plant 3" deep · 5" apart · Rows 6" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Start Indoors
April Transplant Outdoors
May Bloom
June Bloom
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

194 days in Webster County

Growing Tips for Webster County

Soak corms in tepid water for 2–4 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Plant 2–3 inches deep with the flat or rough side down (corms are irregular). Space 4–6 inches apart. Anemones are cool-season plants — they need cool temperatures to set buds; summer heat causes dormancy. In zones 7+, fall planting allows corms to root through winter and bloom in March–April. In zones 5–6, start corms indoors 4 weeks before last frost, then transplant after danger of hard freeze passes. In zones 9–10b, plant from October through January for a succession of blooms. After bloom, allow foliage to die back; corms can be lifted, dried, and stored in a cool, dry place through summer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Anemones in Webster County, MO?

Webster County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 11. Plan your Anemones planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Webster County, MO?

Webster County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 11 and first fall frost is October 22.

When should I plant Anemones in Webster County, MO?

In Webster County, MO, plant Anemones after the last frost (around April 11) and before the first frost (around October 22). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Webster County, MO for Anemones?

Webster County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Anemones grows reliably in zones 5a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Anemones grow in Webster County's climate?

Yes — Anemones grows well in Webster County's temperate climate. Webster County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 11 and first frost around October 22.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Webster County, MO. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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