Sunset Romance Collection Ranunculus Bulbs

This curated collection of ranunculus bulbs gives you a well-balanced mix of pink tones, soft oranges & magenta that work well in flower displays. These were our absolute favorite colors of all the ranunculus bulbs and were selected to give the grower an instant bouquet of beautiful colors.

Ranunculus bulbs are easy to plant, make amazing cut flowers, and are a favorite of florists for their stunning colors! With a little bit of knowledge, you can easily grow them in your backyard, patio, or garden. 

Ranunculus are cool-season flowers that thrive in mild temperatures. 

Planting Ranunculus by Zones 

Zones 9–10 

• Plant bulbs in the fall, as early as November.  

• You can plant multiple rounds of ranunculus for a longer cutting season. 

Zones 3–8 

• Plant in early spring or late winter after the threat of hard frost has passed. 

Planting Ranunculus bulbs 

• Soak bulbs in a mixture of lukewarm water and a splash of fish emulsion for 2-3 hours. Do not soak overnight, as this can cause rot.  

• Plant into well-draining soil with the “fingers” pointing down. These bulbs do well in containers, allowing you to dig them up for replanting later years. In Zones 9 and 10, you can leave them in the ground, however you may lose some to gophers, rot, or other issues. 

Growing Ranunculus 

• Ranunculus can be planted in various soil conditions and thrives in both full sun and partial shade. A very versatile and easy-to-grow flower, perfect for flower arrangements and pollinator gardens.
   

Growing Ranunculus in Containers 

• If you are planting Ranunculus in containers, make sure your container is at least 10” deep. The larger the container, the more blooms you will get from your plants. Keep in mind, containers will dry out faster because they have more surface area and less soil to retain moisture. 
   

Harvesting Ranunculus Flowers 

• Harvest early, in the cool of the morning for the most attractive and long-lasting blooms.
   

Southern California Pro-tips 

• Ranunculus can be grown all fall, winter, and early spring. 

• Mulch heavily to keep the soil cool and well-watered. 

• DO NOT overhead water as this promotes disease.
   

Companion Flowers/ Crops 

• Ranunculus looks lovely with most cool-season flowers like alyssum, borage, and calendula.
   

Additional Learning Resources 

• New to starting crops from seeds? Please watch our Seed Starting Presentation to learn the basics! 

• Learn about growing all our crops on our YouTube channel.