Ranunculus asiaticus 'Tomer Red' (Persian Buttercup)
Persian Buttercup 'Tomer Red', Turban Buttercup 'Tomer Red', Persian Crowfoot 'Tomer Red'
Ranunculus asiaticus 'Tomer Red' (Persian Buttercup) is a compact, tuberous perennial boasting large, rose-like, rich ruby-red flowers adorned with multiple layers of delicate, silky petals. Prolific, each plant produces masses of very long-lasting, double blossoms atop sturdy stems. Rising above a lush foliage mound of finely-cut leaves, they bloom for about 4-7 weeks in late spring to early summer in cold climates (planted in spring), or in early-mid spring in mild climates (planted in fall). Whether treated as perennials or annuals, they add brilliance to the garden and make magnificent bouquets with a vase life of 7 days.
- Growing up 10-12 in. (25-30 cm), Persian Buttercups look quite romantic, whether in the garden or in a vase!
- Best flowering occurs in full sun. Provide some afternoon shade in hot climates.
- Ranunculus thrive in moderately moist, sandy or loamy, well-drained soils. Good drainage is absolutely essential for success. Ranunculus do not tolerate wet or soggy soil, which can lead to rotting.
- Perfect for beds and borders, containers, cottage gardens, Mediterranean gardens and is an absolute must for the cutting garden.
- Persian Buttercups grow from bulbs, more correctly corms, that have claws on the bottom. The corm size predicts the number of flowers. A jumbo bulb will produce up to 35 flowers while a number 1 bulb will produce up to 20 flowers, a number 2 bulb will produce up to 12 flowers and a number 3 bulb will produce up to 7 flowers.
- Treated as perennial that comes back year after year in mild areas (hardiness zones 8-11) with perfectly drained, cool soil, they are generally treated as annuals in other areas and disposed of after bloom.
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote new blooms.
- Ranunculus are poisonous to both animals (cats, dogs, horses) and humans. They are deer and rabbit resistant.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Ranunculus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Depth | 2" (5cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Ranunculus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Depth | 2" (5cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |