Buttercup. A rosette-forming alpine with heart-shaped, dark green basal leaves. Stems of cup-shaped, white flowers in early summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ranunculus parnassiifolius
A rosette-forming alpine with heart-shaped, dark green basal leaves. Stems of cup-shaped, white flowers in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Ranunculus |
|---|---|
| Species | parnassiifolius |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Buttercup |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Alpine house |
| Toxicity | |
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