Ranunculus flammula
lesser spearwort
This delicate water buttercup is a perfect marginal plant for still or slow-moving water. Slender red-tinted green stems are useful for softening the water's edge and in early summer the plant produces a profusion of small, yellow, buttercup-like flowers. Less invasive than greater spearwort, Ranunculus flammula is ideal for small ponds.
How to care for Ranunculus flammula:
Grow in boggy soil, still or slow moving water up to 15-22cm (6-9”) deep. Cut back after flowering. Lift and divide large clumps in early spring before the plant has flowered.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Aquatic / Reliably damp or boggy
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This pond plant dies right back in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant
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