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How To Grow Butterfly Ranunculus™[Growing Guide]

How To Grow Butterfly Ranunculus™[Growing Guide]

Are you ready for a splash of (new) colours? Discover Butterfly Ranunculus™, an eye-catching flower that is perfect as a cut flower for various floral displays throughout the summer. These flowering plants can be used in different types of bouquets, from a rustic country style to something a little more sophisticated. In this blog post, we will explain how to grow Butterfly Ranunculus™.

Quick guide:

  • Planting season: Autumn
  • Blooming season: Summer
  • Place: Full sun
  • Soil: Well-drained soil
  • Water: Water well once to settle it in. Moderately during dry periods

What Is The Difference Between The Butterfly Ranunculus™ And The ‘Traditional’ One?


You may wonder what the difference is between the Butterfly Ranunculus™ and the ‘traditional’ Ranunculus. We are happy to explain the notable benefits that make it a highly desirable choice for your garden and floral arrangements:

  1. Many flowers: Each stem has 5 to 7 flowers, making bouquets and arrangements a fuller and more abundant appearance.
  2. Long blooming time: The Butterfly Ranunculus™ flowers bloom for a long time and stay good for a long time.
  3. Long vase life: A special tiny layer of waxy coating on the petals helps them stay fresh and vibrant in a vase.
  4. Long stems: Because the flowers have a long stem, Butterfly Ranunculus™ flowers look great for all sorts of flowering arrangements.
  5. Bright colour: The buds and flowers come in bright, eye-catching colours such as pink and orange.
  6. Less diseases: The plant doesn’t have hollow stems, reducing the disease risk.

Different Kinds Of Butterfly Ranunculus™ Varieties

The Butterfly Ranunculus™ collection comes in a variety of beautiful colours. At DutchGrown, you will find the following:

Red Ranunculus DutchGrown

Growing Butterfly Ranunculus™: Our Best Tips

1. Planting Season


Plant Butterfly Ranunculus™ in autumn, before the ground freezes. The best time to plant is between October and mid-November to allow the bulbs to take root before the winter sets in.

2. Soil And Sunlight


Butterfly Ranunculus™ likes a sunny spot with a generous amount of light every day. Plant the bulbs in well-drained soil to prevent root rot.

3. Planting Technique


Ranunculus Butterfly™ bulbs are planted in the autumn, before the ground freezes. Wait until the soil is about 15°C (60ºF) or colder. Then, you can dig a hole (there is a general rule when planting bulbs that the bulbs should be at least two times the height of the soil above them). The planting depth should be between 2-4 cm (1-2 inches) with a density of 25-30 cm (10 inches). Cover the bulbs with a layer of soil.

4. Watering


It's important to water the bulbs well after planting to help them settle in and take root quickly. Do not overwater, as there is a risk of root rot. You can water the bulbs if there hasn't been any rain for 3–5 days.

Tip: Do you want to plant the traditional Ranunculus? Follow our growing guide, ‘How to grow Ranunculus’.

Wait And You Will Be Rewarded


Butterfly Ranunculus™ takes a little longer to establish. But if you wait patiently, you will be rewarded with beautiful flowers in the Butterfly Ranunculus™ season: summer. Butterfly Ranunculus™ flowers up to 75 cm (25–30 inches) high, and is a favourite by pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.

Butterfly Ranunculus™ Bulbs For Sale At DutchGrown


DutchGrown is one of the first flower bulb companies where you can find Butterfly Ranunculus™. For over four generations, we have built our reputation by offering the best flower bulbs and bare-root perennials available anywhere. Discover our beautiful collection of Butterfly Ranunculus™ on our collection page to create impressive bouquets in vases. We ship them all over the UK in the autumn.

Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist
Meet Ben, our Flower Bulb Specialist

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