{"product_id":"ranunculus-f1-hybrid-mix","title":"Ranunculus F1 Hybrid - Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ranunculus flower, also known as ‘‘Buttercup” is famous for its unique flowers having ruffled petals with paper thin-like textures in red, gold, yellow, white and orange colors. These gorgeous flowers are beloved for their colored double-ruffled petals, tall stems and long vase life. Ranunculus, when grown together with different colors of flowers, gives your garden a beautiful look during the spring season. Ranunculus flowers have long stems and bushier foliage. Lightweight flowers are also used as the cut flowers because they can have a vase life of 7 days indoors after cutting. You can grow ranunculus from seeds, it is suitable for your home garden, terrace garden or balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Ranunculus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 15 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen To Plant Ranunculus Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn India, Ranunculus is usually grown during the cooler months of late fall, winter and early spring (October to February). Avoid planting during hot summers and protect them from heavy monsoon rains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Ranunculus Flower From Seeds \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow the ranunculus seeds in a seedlings tray or small pots then transplant them into big pots when the temperature is between 12-16°C. Pot or grow bag of at least 30-35 cm is good for it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRanunculus Hybrid Mix Seeds Sowing Method \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Take a seedling tray\/pot and fill them with potting mix soil (you can also make your potting mix by mixing 20% cocopeat, 30% vermicompost, 30% normal soil, and 20% sand\/perlite) and spread the ranunculus seeds on the soil. Seeds are small and the germination rate is low so sow more seeds. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and place the seedling tray in full sunlight and keep the soil moist until germination. Ranunculus seeds will germinate in 12-15 days. \u003cbr\u003e• After seed germination when ranunculus seedlings have a few true leaves, you can transplant them into pots or grow bags. Plant only 4-5 seedlings in each 30 cm pot for healthy growth. Do not plant the crown too deep as this can cause crown rot. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in partial sunlight for a few days after transplanting to protect the seedling from transplant shock. After 3 days, keep the pot in full sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRanunculus Fertilizer Requirements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRanunculus plants do not require special fertilizer; just use a liquid fertilizer (Plant growth promoter, Bio NPK fertilizer or mustard cake) every few weeks once the plant is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRanunculus Flower Care Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : Use moist but well-draining soil for planting Ranunculus. You can improve the soil by adding organic matter if you don't have well-draining soil.\u003cbr\u003eWater : It has moderate water needs, you should water daily until established and then keep the soil moist. \u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Ranunculus thrives in full sunlight but also grows well in partial shade.  But the best is to get at least 6-7 hours of sunlight. \u003cbr\u003eTemperature : Ranunculus flower plants grow best in temperatures between 15-24°C. \u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : Slugs and aphids are some pests that attack the Ranunculus plant. You can use neem oil to control pests. Whereas powdery mildew disease infects the plant due to high humidity and the continuous wetting of leaves. You can control this disease by removing the infected part of the plant. \u003cbr\u003eMulching : Mulch is good for protecting the ranunculus from extreme heat and retaining moisture in the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRanunculus Bloom Time \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• It usually takes 90-100 days for ranunculus to bloom after seed germination.\u003cbr\u003e• Spring to early summer (February-April) is the time when it blooms.\u003cbr\u003e• Ranunculus flowers can stay in the water for a long time after cutting.\u003cbr\u003e• You can cut the flowers before they are fully open, and decorate them in a vase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43752337375266,"sku":"HOBFS022RF1HM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/RanunculusF1Hybrid-MixColourSeeds.jpg?v=1745047409","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/ranunculus-f1-hybrid-mix","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}