Ranunculus Bloomingdale II Red Shades
As low as €4,25 per package
- Multiple bright red flowers per plant
- Large, ruffled upright flower heads make great cut flowers
- 20 seeds per pack
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Bright red ranunculus flowers give a splash of cheerful color to borders and planters. With this new generation of seed lines, Bloomindale ranunculus II boasts large, especially uniform flowers that last even longer on the plant or in water as cut flowers. Blooms are romantic and delicate looking with their ruffled petals but are unexpectedly robust. Plant habit is compact with a maximum height of 35cm.
Sowing advice
How to grow Ranunculus from seeds?
While ranunculus plants are easy to grow when established, germination can be tricky. Cool temperatures after sowing are especially important. Begin with a soil media with plenty of organic matter such as a mix of 70% peat and 30% fine perlite. Cover the seed with a very thin layer and water thoroughly. Select a well-ventilated place, ideally between 55-57°F and avoid strong sunlight. It's important to not allow the soil to dry out until the seed germinates. A humidity dome can help here. Seeds should germinate in 10 to 14 days, but occasionally may be slow and sporadic.
After seedlings begin to emerge, reduce watering. At this stage, ranunculus can benefit from slightly higher temperatures (60-64°F during the day) and love plenty of ventilation.
As soon as the seedlings are large enough to handle, with around 4-5 true leaves, transplant them into 12cm pots. Do not delay transplanting as late transplanting creates smaller plants with sparser leaves. Ranunculus roots are very sensitive so handle carefully when transplanting!
Initial growth after transplanting will be slow and it is important to maintain temperatures as low as possible, 45-55°F during the night and never allow daytime temperatures to exceed 77°F/25°C. Also seedlings require 13 hours of darkness in order to have active growth.
About 4-6 weeks after transplanting, the plants should have grown to a reasonable size. Plant out after all danger of frost has passed. Flowering occurs approx 12-14 weeks after transplanting (19-21 weeks after sowing).
Read more frequently asked questions about growing Ranunculus from seed.
Fast Facts
- Article number:
- 74065-21
- Common Name:
- Ranunculus Asiaticus
- Days to germinate:
- 7-21 days
- Days to maturity:
- 19-21 weeks from seed to flower
- Flowering time:
- April, May, June
- Hardiness and Longevity:
- Annual
- Height:
- Up To 35cm
- Ideal For:
- Containers, borders or garden beds
- Spread:
- Up To 30cm
- Sunlight:
- Full sun, partial shade