Ranunculus asiaticus Aviv Purple
Ranunculus Aviv Purple is a Persian buttercup with rich, warm purple flowers.
Description:
Ranunculus Aviv Purple produces masses of perfect, multi-layered blooms resembling roses in rich, warm purple on long stems perfect for use as a cut flower. Persian buttercups are tuberous rooted plants beloved by both gardeners and florists. In zones 8 and up, plant in protected locations in sun to part sun with a winter mulch. Avoid winter wet and overly hot spots. In colder climates, plant in pots in fall and protect above freezing until spring. Or plant in spring in the garden. Treat as an annual or lift tubers/store pots for the winter.
Common Name: Persian Buttercup
Family: Ranunculaceae (The Buttercup Family)
Zone Hardiness: 8-10
Light: Part Sun, Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist places in mountains, meadows, edges of ditches and streams.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Southwest Asia and Asia Minor
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