| Description | Magic Rose Persian Buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus) is a compact, dwarf Persian buttercup that reaches 12 inches tall and has double pink/rose blooms. |
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| Pronunciation | (ra-NUN-ku-lus) |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, corms, tubers, rhizoms, etc., Perennial Tender, Tender perennials often grown as annuals |
| Hardiness Zone | (8)9-11 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average, moist |
| Soil & Site | Average to well-drained, soggy soil can cause the corms to root |
| Growing Media | Average to well-drained, soggy media can cause the corms to root. |
| Temperature | Does best in the cooler temperatures. |
| Flowers | Fully double, Peony-shaped, lightly fragrant flowers have many layers of ruffled petals in shades of pink. |
| Stems | The stems are underground structures called corms. |
| Dimensions | 12 by 12 plus inches |
| Maintenance | Deadheading keeps ranunculus blooming, and mulching around the plants keeps the soil cool and moist. |
| Propagation | This is a seed-grown strain. Also can be grown from corms, |
| Native Site | Species plants are native to the Mediterranean, Asia, and Europe. |
| Misc Facts | Plants will go dormant at around 80-90 degrees. Corms can be overwintered. All parts have a low toxicity. |
| Notes & Reference | #273-Gardenia (www.gardenia.net), #285- The Spruce (www.thespruce.com) |
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