Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus'

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Meadow buttercupPerennialFamily: Ranunculaceae

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Meadow buttercup, Ranunculus acris, bears pretty, yellow buttercups from April to October. Our tallest common buttercup, it can reach a height of 90cm.

Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus' is a striking cultivar, bearing beautiful sulphur yellow blooms, which catch and reflect the light on sunny days. It’s perfect for naturalising in long grass or boggy areas, the pond edge or along pathways.

Grow Ranunculus acris 'Citrinus' in moist soil in full sun. Cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms.

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Ranunculus ‘Citrinus’ and wildlife

Ranunculus ‘Citrinus’ is known for attracting bees and beneficial insects. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Ranunculus ‘Citrinus’ poisonous?

Ranunculus ‘Citrinus’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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