About Giant Ranunculus
Giant ranunculus (Ranunculus asiaticus) is also known as Persian buttercup. The plants are noted for their large, poppy-like flowers, which can be double or single. The giant ranunculus is native to southern Europe and southwestern Asia, and grows from tuberous roots. Does this Spark an idea?
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Tecolote Hybrids
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The American bred Tecolote hybrid ranunculus, with bright colors and double flowers, is among the most popular. It was developed in 1921, when plantsman Luther Gage founded a nursery in Carlsbad, California, and began growing ranunculus from seed supplied by English friends.
Culture
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The giant ranunculus blooms from May through June, and grows to be 1 to 2 feet tall. The flowers are generally shades of white, pink, yellow, red or purple. The plants require well-drained soil, and do not grow well in heavy clay.
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Considerations
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Since these plants are not hardy in cold winter areas and require extremely well-drained soil, they often fare better in pots. Even when not in flower, the finely dissected mounds of foliage are attractive.
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