Ranunculus circinatus (fan-leaved water crowfoot) — Bushy

Overview

Ranunculus circinatus is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Ranunculus, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ranunculus circinatus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and mediterranean climate plants.

About

Ranunculus circinatus, commonly known as fan-leaved water crowfoot, is a bushy herbaceous perennial within the Ranunculus genus, which includes a variety of annuals, biennials, and perennials with diverse foliage and bowl-shaped flowers. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suited to city and courtyard gardens, particularly in Mediterranean climates. Propagation is best achieved using tubers, although sowing seed in a cold frame is also possible, with spring being the season of interest.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ranunculus

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Ranunculus circinatus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Mediterranean climate plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ranunculus circinatus

Propagation: Propagate by sowing seed in a cold frame but generally better result achieved with tubers
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to powdery mildew and grey moulds