Ranunculi Mixed
Botanical name - Ranunculus asiaticus
Small cottage type flowers in array of bright, bold colours. Very hardy, will grow in most conditions. One Ranunculi corm can produce more than 20 flowers. These little bulbs will keep your garden and house in flower for many weeks.
Position - Grows best in full sun.
Climate - Suitable for all climates except tropical.
Planting time - Autumn-Winter
Watering - Water well after planting; soak weekly until shoots appear, then only to supplement rainfall. Prefer a well-drained soil.
Flowering time - Spring
Fertilising - Light organic or chemical fertiliser at planting time. Liquid fertilise after 10 weeks.
Soil - Neutral PH.
Pests - Bait snails when buds appear. Mildew can be a problem in autumn.
Growing Tips - Plant with claws facing downwards. To kick-start the growing process, soak the bulbs in a bowl of water for around an hour before planting. To keep blooms coming for a longer period, regularly cut off any dead and dying blooms. Best treated as annual or bi-annuals and new bulbs replanted every 1 to 2 years. Shelter from the wind recommended.
(Available to purchase in Bunnings from February to May, or until sold out)
