Ranunculus asiaticus 'Aviv Red'
ranunculus bulbs
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, moist but freely draining
- Rate of growth: average to fast
- Flowering period: May to June
- Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection)
- Bulb size: 5
Fab when planted with rich purples, oranges and yellows, the 'Aviv' ranunculus were originally bred for the cut flower market and have larger than average flowers. - Garden care: Plant the tallon-like corms in autumn or spring. Rehydrate the corms by soaking them in room temperature water for 1 hour, then plant 8cm deep and a similar distance apart with their 'fingers' facing downwards in full sun in moist but well-drained soil.
- CAUTION do not eat ornamental bulbs
