The Meadow Buttercup, scientifically known as Ranunculus Acris, is a delightful perennial flower that is perfect for adding vibrant colour to your garden while supporting local pollinators. Known for its bright yellow flower heads, this beautiful wildflower thrives in meadows, field margins, and along roadsides. With a growth height of up to 1 metre, Meadow Buttercup is a striking addition to any wildflower patch or natural garden.
Flowering from May to July, its cheerful five-petaled blossoms attract a wide range of bees and beneficial insects, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to create a pollinator-friendly garden. Whether you’re planting in a meadow, along a roadside, or within a wildlife garden, the Meadow Buttercup is sure to stand out. This hardy wildflower is a fantastic option for anyone looking to add more wildflowers for bees or create a habitat that supports pollinators.
Ranunculus Acris is a perfect plant for creating a diverse, low-maintenance, and natural-looking garden. It thrives in a variety of conditions, making it ideal for creating a sustainable, wildflower meadow or pollinator-friendly space in your garden.
Key Benefits:
- Pollinator-friendly: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects, making it an essential addition to your pollinator-friendly garden.
- Bright, cheerful flowers: The iconic yellow flower heads brighten any meadow or garden with their simple elegance.
- Hardy and versatile: Thrives in meadows, roadsides, and field margins. Perfect for low-maintenance garden designs.
- Ideal for wildflower meadows: A great choice for anyone looking to create a natural and wildflower garden.
- Supports biodiversity: By growing Meadow Buttercup, you’re helping support local wildlife and ecosystems.
Sowing Guide:
- When to sow: Best sown in early spring or autumn for ideal germination.
- Sowing rate: Use approximately 1g per metre squared.
- Planting depth: Gently cover seeds, as they require light for germination.
- Growing conditions: Prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate poor soil conditions. It thrives in full sunlight and can handle a variety of soil types.
- Spacing: Space plants around 30-45cm apart to allow for healthy growth.
- Watering: Water regularly after sowing, but avoid waterlogging.
Meadow Buttercup is a fantastic way to enhance your garden with vibrant yellow flowers for bees. Whether you're looking to improve biodiversity, create a wildlife haven, or simply add a splash of colour to your garden, this beautiful wildflower will do just the trick. It’s the ideal plant for meadow gardens, field margins, and pollinator plants.
For more detailed care tips and advice on planting, be sure to visit our Learning Hub, where you can discover everything you need to know about sowing and maintaining your Meadow Buttercup.