{"product_id":"anemone-rainbow-barbie-5pk","title":"Anemone | Rainbow Barbie 5pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Barbie Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful spring-flowering bulb with vibrant, poppy-like blooms in a mix of bright colours. Its cheerful flowers add bold colour to garden beds, borders, and containers. Easy to grow and long-lasting, Rainbow Barbie is also an excellent cut flower for fresh spring bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e🌱 When to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eIn colder climates like Alberta:\u003cbr data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e• Plant outdoors in early spring once soil is workable\u003cbr data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e• Or start in a cool greenhouse for earlier blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eIn mild climates, they can be fall planted for spring flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e🌰 Preparing the Corms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eAnemone corms arrive hard and dry.\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e• Soak in room-temperature water for 3–4 hours before planting\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e• Do not oversoak (this can cause rot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eAfter soaking, they will plump up and feel textured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e🌿 Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e• Plant 1–2 inches deep\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e• Space 4–6 inches apart\u003cbr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e• It’s not critical which side faces up — they will sort themselves out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e☀️ Light \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e• Full sun to light shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• Well-draining soil is essential\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e• Rich, compost-amended beds are ideal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eThey dislike sitting in soggy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e• Keep evenly moist during growth\u003cbr data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e• Avoid overwatering\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e• Reduce watering as foliage begins to yellow after flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e🌸 Blooming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eExpect blooms approximately 90 days after planting, depending on temperature. Cooler growing conditions produce stronger stems and richer colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003e🧺 After Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003e• Allow foliage to die back naturally\u003cbr data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003e• In colder climates, corms can be lifted and stored dry\u003cbr data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e• In well-drained beds, some gardeners experiment with leaving them in the ground, though success varies with winter moisture\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Botanist Calgary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49359876063384,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7550\/9912\/products\/Screenshot2023-04-22at10.28.53PM.png?v=1682224149","url":"https:\/\/www.thebotanistcalgary.com\/products\/anemone-rainbow-barbie-5pk","provider":"The Botanist Calgary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}