California Buttercup
Ranunculus Californicus
Overview
Ranunculus californicus, commonly called California Buttercup, is a native perennial boasting glossy yellow flowers up to 1 inch across. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to light shade, reaching 12-18 inches in height. The buttercup flourishes in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, blooming from February to May. It's ideal for adding vibrant splashes to wildflower meadows and naturalistic gardens within USDA zones 6-10.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 0.5–2 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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