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Ranunculus

Ranunculus Asiaticus

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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.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 10–10Climate Mediterranean
Ranunculus (Ranunculus Asiaticus) — these hardy perennials are perfect for borders

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Ranunculus (Ranunculus Asiaticus) — perennial for full or half; and space them about 6 to 8 inches apart to allow for proper growth and ventilation, image 168

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