Cut flower

Ranunculus

Tissue-paper layers in painterly colours — soak corms before autumn planting.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Rich, well-drained

Difficulty

Medium

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Half-hardy

cut-flowercormspring

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks cold-hardy ranunculus varieties suited to London's cool springs and reliable winter chilling.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and plastic pots with drainage suitable for ranunculus bulb planting and seasonal displays.

Amazon UK

Supplies hand tools for digging and planting ranunculus bulbs in London garden beds and containers.