Ranunculus asiaticus Elegance® Red – Premium Ranunculus for Garden and Cut Flowers

Ranunculus asiaticus Elegance® Red belongs to the Elegance® series, a premium collection of ranunculus cultivars known for their large, densely petaled flowers, sturdy stems, and exceptional performance. This variety is perfect for both professional florists and garden enthusiasts seeking vibrant red blooms and robust growth. With its lush, rose-like flowers and long-lasting blooms, Elegance® Red offers a striking and elegant accent in cut flowers, floral arrangements, and gardens.

Features of Ranunculus Elegance® Red

The Red variety is distinguished by the following properties:

• Large, full flowers: Each flower is made up of countless silky petals that together create a rich, rose-like appearance.

• Sturdy stems: Perfect for use in cut flowers and arrangements.

• Long-lasting flowering: With proper care, this ranunculus will flower for 6–8 weeks, guaranteeing long-lasting colour and decoration.

• Selectively bred: Specially selected for higher productivity, longer stems and larger flowers compared to traditional ranunculus.

• Intense red colour: Gives a vibrant and elegant appearance, ideal for striking flower arrangements and borders.

Cultivation and care guidelines

For optimal performance of Ranunculus asiaticus Elegance® Red, the following guidelines apply:

• Planting time:

  • September to November for early spring flowering.

  • February to April for summer flowering.

• Plant density: ± 64–100 plants per m², depending on growing conditions.

• Soil temperature: 5–10 °C during the initial stage; keep the soil temperature below 15 °C during root development.

• Ambient temperature: Avoid temperatures above 20°C once the plants begin to emerge.

• Frost hardiness: Can tolerate light frost down to -5 °C; protect from severe frost.

• Preparing the bulbs: Soak the bulbs in lukewarm water for 3–5 hours before planting.

• Maintenance: Removing spent flowers encourages continued blooming and longer productivity.

Professional and garden applications

Ranunculus Elegance® Red is versatile and suitable for:

• Cut flowers: Thanks to the long stems and large, full flowers, they are ideal for flower arrangements and arrangements.

• Garden Planting: Add a vibrant red pop to spring borders and gardens.

• Container planting: Also suitable for pots and containers on patios and balconies.

Additional information

• Size of the bulbs: 3/4

• Delivery: Available from September

• Flowering period: 6–8 weeks with optimal care