Ranunculus: Beautiful Varieties for Home and Garden

"Consumers now understand that this flower has a great vase life and comes in many different colors. In addition, the available varieties have seen some big improvements in the last years." - Floral Daily, October 2021. In the language of flowers, ranunculus is a symbol of seduction, charm, and attractiveness. It was particularly popular for bouquets in the Victorian era and has made a strong comeback as a bloom for modern-day wedding bouquets. Ranunculi have long been known as buttercups. They come in a range of shapes and sizes, in single layers or multiple thin layers of petals like peonies. Ranunculi come in an array of eye-catching pastels and bright colours. They can be planted in pots or in the garden. Caution: Do not eat these cup-shaped flowers. Ranunculus are poisonous to humans and animals.