Butterfly Ninos is a compact ranunculus cultivar that brings the layered elegance of garden roses to a branching plant form. Hardy in zones 8-11, this variety flowers in 75-95 days and reaches just the right size for cutting gardens and borders. The unique branching structure sets it apart from typical ranunculus selections, creating multiple blooms per stem rather than the single-flowered types many gardeners expect. Plant it in well-draining soil with moderate moisture and watch it fill your garden with sophisticated blooms.
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Moderate
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The branching habit is the real story here; unlike standard ranunculus that produce one flower per stem, Butterfly Ninos develops multiple flowering branches from a single corm, giving you more flowers in less space. Its compact growth and 6-inch spacing requirement make it perfect for dense plantings. Blooming in under 100 days, it fits neatly into spring and early summer schedules in most climates.
Ranunculus are grown primarily as ornamental cut flowers and garden specimens. The branching form of Butterfly Ninos makes it especially valuable for floral arrangements, as each corm produces multiple stems suitable for cutting. In gardens, the compact growth works well in borders, containers, and dedicated cutting beds where space is limited.
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Plant corms directly in garden soil in early spring once soil temperatures reach 60-70°F. In zones 8-11, fall planting is also viable. Space corms 6 inches apart with rows 12 inches apart. Ensure soil drains well to prevent rot.
Direct plant corms into prepared beds at a depth of approximately 1-1.5 inches, pointed end up. Water gently after planting and keep soil consistently moist until shoots emerge.
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