Ranunculus Double Purple Buttercup Bulbs

Plant Ranunculus Double Purple buttercup bulbs in the fall before the first frost, and by early summer, your garden will be filled with masses of cupped, vibrant purple flowers. These peony-like double blooms are intricately layered, forming a rosette of overlapping, sheer, papery petals. Rising to a height of 16 inches on sturdy stems, the long-lasting flowers sit beautifully above finely cut green foliage, making them perfect for magnificent bunch bouquets and exotic additions to mixed floral displays with anemones, lilies, tulips, and roses.

Double Purple, a cultivar of Ranunculus asiaticus, commonly known as buttercup or Persian buttercup, has an upright habit that creates stunning garden displays when clustered or grouped in beds, borders, or patio pots. This variety is a must-have for any cutting garden, offering vibrant color and elegance.

Easy to grow, Double Purple is a tuberous perennial that thrives in USDA Zones 8 through 10. In colder regions, these buttercup bulbs can be grown as annuals or lifted, overwintered, and replanted in the spring. To plant, place the bulbs with the root claws pointing down, spaced 4 inches apart and 3 inches deep. For best results, soak the corms in lukewarm water overnight before planting. Position your buttercups in a sunny to partly shady area with medium moist, well-draining soil. Water well to settle the bulbs, and feed with a balanced fertilizer. After blooming, remove faded flowers promptly, but allow the foliage to die back naturally before removing it. This ensures the bulbs are well-nourished for future growth and blooming. Ranunculus Double Purple is also deer resistant, making it a reliable and beautiful choice for your garden.

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