Best grown as annuals, the Mix Ranunculus varieties, a seed-grown strain of Persian buttercup, offer late spring to early summer interest. A longtime favorite of florists, the romantic cup-shaped, fully double blooms—with layers and layers of ruffled, papery petals—look like a cross of a peony and a tea rose. Mix Ranunculus contains a multicolored mix of crayon-colored blooms in shades of white, cream, orange, purple, pink, rose, red, pastel mix, and yellow vanilla bicolor medley. Borne on tall stems, the elegant, lightly fragrant flowers attract pollinators and hummingbirds and make excellent long-lasting cuts for spring bouquets.
The Ranunculus asiaticus varieties in the Mix have a uniform, upright habit of lush, feathery, parsley-like foliage that works well in beds, borders, and containers.
Easy to grow and versatile, Persian buttercups prefer full sun and sandy, slightly acidic, moist soil, but excellent drainage is essential. They perform best in climates with long, cool springs and relatively mild winters. Warm, wet conditions and heavy, unamended soils are not well tolerated. Deadheading keeps ranunculus blooming, and mulching around the plants keeps the soil cool and moist.
| Seeds Per Pack | 30 |
|---|---|
| Genus | Ranunculus |
| Species | asiaticus |
| Variety | Mix |
| Product Classification | Annuals, Seeds |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Bloom Season Start | Early Spring |
| Bloom Season End | Late Spring |
| Bloom Color | Mix, Orange, Pink, Red, Rose, White, Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Habit | Upright |
| Characteristics | Cool Season, Double Blooms, Easy Care Plants, Flower |
| Uses | Beds, Border, Containers |
