Ranunculus
Ranunculus Asiaticus
Overview
Ranunculus asiaticus, commonly known as Persian Buttercup, boasts lush, fully double flowers with layered petals resembling tissue paper. They thrive in full sun to partial shade and prefer well-drained soil. Blooming vibrantly in spring, they stand approximately 12-24 inches tall with a spread of 9-12 inches. With an array of colors from white to deep red, these hardy perennials are perfect for borders, containers, or cut flower gardens in USDA zones 8 through 11.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 10–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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