Tecolote Sunset Persian buttercup
Ranunculus asiaticus 'Tecolote Sunset'
USDA zones8 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Ascending
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Tecolote Sunset' Persian buttercup (Ranunculus asiaticus 'Tecolote Sunset') is a perennial for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. It grows 12 to 24 inches tall and wide. Bees visit its flowers, which open in early to late spring and early to late summer. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Perennial candytuft, Snapdragon, and Flame African daisy.