Ranunculus Varieties

The Colorado State University Guide to Poisonous Plants database lists trees, shrubs and perennials that can be harmful to animals. The Poisonous Plant Guide is constructed to enable location of a plant by either knowing the common or botanical name of the plant. Ranunculus can grow well in zones 3–10 but you must lift in zones 3-7. Since planting Ranunculus bulbs in the Fall is only advisable for Zones 8 - 10, they are one of the rare varieties that can be stored until Spring (if purchased in the Fall). We recommend that they are stored in a cool, dry, place until you're ready to plant in early Spring.

Ranunculus

Ranunculus Plant Features

The bright, peony-like flowers of ranunculus make a delightful addition to early-spring flower borders, containers, or bouquets. These cool-weather bulbs are treated as annuals in most of the country, but in select regions with cool, mild winters (such as Seattle), these bulbs will winter over and be perennial. Ranunculus is a sun lover that grows 6 to 12 inches tall and develops round, crepe-paper-like flowers in jewel-tone colors including yellow, orange, red, salmon, and purple. Because ranunculus thrives in cool weather, it's an excellent choice for pots and planters packed with other early-bird bloomers. Ranunculus is deer resistant. Hardy in cooler sections of zones 8-10.
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Ranunculus Growing Instructions

Plant ranunculus in a sunny spot in the early spring. It needs cool weather and rich, well-drained soil. Because ranunculus is a bulb it can't sit in wet soil or it will rot. For best results, treat ranunculus as an annual and buy new plants every spring.
Ranunculus is not recommended for human or animal consumption.

Light
Outside: Sun
Colors
Orange, Pink, Red, White, Yellow
Water
Medium water needs
Special Features
Deer/rabbit resistant

Complement your Ranunculus with these varieties:

Pansy
Plant a living Easter basket with Pansy and Ranunculus.

Sweet Alyssum
Sweet Alyssum makes an excellent partner for the bold blooms of Ranunculus.

Dusty Miller
Dusty Miller can tolerate cool temperatures and looks wonderful interplanted with Ranunculus.

Varieties: Our Favorites

Magic Red Ranunculcus

Ranunculus 'Magic Red'

Magic Red is a cool-weather-loving variety that has luscious red-orange flowers on strong stems. It grows 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide.