Anemone nikoensis, commonly known as Windflower, Japanese Thimbleweed, or Niko Anemone, is a deciduous perennial herb that is native to the forest understories and alpine meadows of Japan . It typically grows to a height of 0.5-0.6 feet (0.15-0.2 meters) and spreads 0.75-1.5 feet (0.2-0.5 meters). The plant features deeply divided leaves and produces a profusion of white flowers with yellow centers in the spring, which are quite showy and attract pollinators. The flowering period adds ornamental value to garden settings.

Windflower is valued for its springtime blooms and is often used in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized areas. It thrives in part shade to full shade, preferring medium draining loam or clay soils. While it requires low to medium amounts of water, consistent moisture is beneficial during the growing season. It is relatively low maintenance but can be susceptible to leaf miners and aphids. Gardeners should be aware that this plant can spread via rhizomes and may require control in small garden spaces. Despite this, its ability to naturalize makes it a charming addition to informal garden areas.CC BY-SA 4.0