Ranunculus 'Vortex Red'
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: Average
- Flowering period: March to May
- Hardiness: Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas
Displaying deeply lobed, dark green leaves on elongated stalks and yielding branched stems adorned with one to four magnificent, double, cup-shaped red flowers during spring and summer, 'Vortex Red' stands out as a captivating tuberous perennial. Renowned for their enduring vase life, Asiatic ranunculus are often cherished in floral arrangements. These half-hardy perennials, intolerant of temperatures below -5°C, are commonly treated as annuals in the UK, perfectly suited for vibrant early-season bedding in borders, hanging baskets, or containers.
Plant the talon-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.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant