Treated as perennial that comes back year after year in mild areas (hardiness zones 8-11) with perfectly drained, cool soil, they are generally treated as annuals in other areas and disposed of after bloom.A jumbo bulb will produce up to 35 flowers while a number 1 bulb will produce up to 20 flowers, a number 2 bulb will produce up to 12 flowers and a number 3 bulb will produce up to 7 flowers. The corm size predicts the number of flowers. Persian Buttercups grow from bulbs, more correctly corms, that have claws on the bottom.Perfect for beds and borders, containers, cottage gardens, Mediterranean gardens and is an absolute must for the cutting garden.Ranunculus do not tolerate wet or soggy soil, which can lead to rotting. Good drainage is absolutely essential for success.
Ranunculus thrive in moderately moist, sandy or loamy, well-drained soils.
Provide some afternoon shade in hot climates. (30-35 cm), Persian Buttercups look quite romantic, whether in the garden or in a vase! Whether treated as perennials or annuals, they add brilliance to the garden and make magnificent bouquets with a vase life of 7 days. Rising above a lush foliage mound of finely-cut leaves, they bloom for about 4-7 weeks in late spring to early summer in cold climates (planted in spring), or in early-mid spring in mild climates (planted in fall). Prolific, each plant produces masses of very long-lasting, double blossoms atop sturdy stems. across (7-15 cm), adorned with multiple layers of delicate, silky petals and darker centers. Ranunculus asiaticus 'Tecolote Purple' (Persian Buttercup) is a tuberous perennial boasting large, rose-like, bright purple flowers, 3-6 in.
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