Planting and care

• Sowing season of Ranunculus bulb in the rainy and early winter season.
• Dig a hole about three times as deep as the height of the bulb.
• Set the bulb in the hole, then covers with soil and press firmly.
• Planting space of bulbs 10-15 cm apart.
• Water thoroughly after planting.
• Use the potting mix for bulb plantation as ;
  1. Garden soil + Compost + Perlite + Sand (2:2:1:1)
  2. Soil + Cocopeat + vermicompost (2:1:2)

   

  Sunlight: Full sun

  Soil: Well drained and fertile soil.

  Water: Moderately

  Temperature: 20 to 30 degrees C

  Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer during planting of bulb.

  Caring for Ranunculus

  • Water a plant when the soil feels dry to touch.
  • Try to water the plants in the morning around 8-10am.
  • Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and throw in the garbage collector.
  • Fertilize the plant during planting and growing season with organic fertilizer.
  • Store the bulbs away from sunlight in a cool and dry area and check regularly.
  • Do not store bulbs for more time as they can loose their viability.

Typical uses of Ranunculus

Special features: Attractive flowers

Ornamental use: This flowering plant is used as an ornamental purpose.

References

• http://homeguides.sfgate.com/care-ranunculus-49854.html
• http://www.garden.org/subchannels/flowers/bulbs?q=show&id=757&page=2
• http://www.lahoregardening.com/2009/12/growing-flowering-bulbs-in-warm_04.html
• https://www.thespruce.com/ranunculus-bulbs-for-cutting-garden-1315714