Overview
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Ficaria, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ficaria genus, a small group of plants native to Europe and closely related to buttercups. This deciduous plant thrives in full or partial shade, favouring east, north, or west-facing aspects in sheltered locations. It grows well in fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types, including clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patios and containers, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by division.
About the genus
Ficaria is a small genus of several species of plants in the family Ranunculaceae, which were previously grouped with Ranunculus. The genus includes Ficaria verna, known as fig buttercup or lesser celandine, and related species. The name "Ficaria" is Classical Latin for fig.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ficaria
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group
- Propagation
- Propagate by division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group?
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group need?
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group hardy in the UK?
Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Ficaria verna Aurantiaca Group?
Propagate by division.