They look like roses or peonies and are a visual stunner in the vase, in the pot and in the garden. Planting ranunculus can be easy and hassle-free if you know how to do it properly!

Ranunculus are planted out in late spring

When do you plant the onions?

The ideal period for planting ranunculus bulbs is between March and April. It is important that the ground is no longer frozen. Normally you can easily get the tubers commercially in the spring.

How are the onions planted?

Planting the bulbs is easy:

  • Soak in lukewarm water for a few hours
  • Prepare pot or bed with soil
  • dig a hole 5 to 6 cm deep
  • Place the tuber in the hole with the roots down, cover with soil and press down
  • Distance between individual bulbs: 10 to 15 cm
  • water only when the plants sprout from the soil

What location do ranunculus need?

Ranunculus are content with many locations. They can thrive in both sun and shade. Basically, you should prefer a semi-shady location.

These perennials do well in full sun. But the direct midday sun weakens them. Rather, they desire a cool, moist place in a sheltered location to grow. Whether in a bucket, pot, window box or directly outdoors - the choice is yours!

Can you also sow the plant?

Anyone who has harvested the seeds after the flowering period can of course also sow the ranunculus! Sowing is best done between September and October. In order to ensure the survival of the newly hatched plants, it is advisable to put them in pots and overwinter them in a cool but frost-free place.

Which plant neighbors are suitable?

Ranunculus look good on their own or together with other plants. You can also benefit from their shading properties. Well suited as plant neighbors are among others:

  • blue pillow
  • goose cress
  • tulips
  • daffodils
  • columbines
  • trees
  • shrubs

When do ranunculus bloom?

The flowering time of these low-maintenance perennials starts depending on the particular variety you have planted. Flowering usually begins around mid-June. It usually ends at the end of July.

tips

When planting, make sure that the underlying substrate is rich in humus and permeable!

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Vegetable garden