How to grow ranunclus from bulbs

Ranunculus Bulbs require specific growing temperatures and rots very easily However, they are sturdy plants and produce an abundance of colorful blooms when grown under the right conditions.

Bulbs do not grow above 28C day time

Ranunculus temperature not suitable for south India and many parts of India where winter temperature does not drop below 28C in day time

These tender perennials are sensitive not only to cold weather but to heat as well. They prefer the cool and mild temperatures of spring. Once the thermometer consistently rises over 70°F (21°C), they will stop blooming and go dormant.

Ranunculus Bulbs Prolonging the growth and flowering of these plants involves giving them some shelter from heat. Some gardeners use shade cloth as the weather warms to keep their ranunculus plants cool.

Ranunculus Bulbs  Planting Time

Ranunculus Bulbs Once the bulbs have soaked for 2-3 hours and your containers are ready, it’s time to plant. Plant ranunculus bulbs 1-2″ deep. The suggested spacing is 4-6″, however,

I arranged the bulbs in a circular pattern prior to planting. Make sure bulbs remains fully covered under the soil else they rot easily Then I added 1″ of additional potting soil over the bulbs.

Ranunculus Bulbs Lightly water the bulbs after the initial planting so the soil is slightly damp. Until sprouts are visible adding additional water isn’t necessary and could lead to rotting. However, if rain does occur the soil and bulbs can get wet with no concern of complications. If a rainy pattern emerged monitor the pots to ensure the soil is not overly saturated.Save plant from direct rain.

Ranunculus Bulbs Now, it’s time to wait. Ranunculus will sprout in 4-6 weeks as long as the temperatures are in the range they need. The best thing to do during this time is to check the soil and the bulbs every couple of days. I already noticed some squirrels were digging in the pots, and therefore,