This year, I tried something new—planting ranunculus. I planted mine in some dollar tree crates and It was a fun experiment, and I’ve loved seeing these beautiful flowers bloom!
🌸 What Worked Well:
– Crate Success: The crates worked great for growing ranunculus. They had good drainage, and the plants seemed happy.
– Beautiful Blooms: Even though it was my first time trying this, the ranunculus bloomed beautifully and brought so much color to the garden.
🌸 What I Learned:
– Go Bigger: Next year, I’m going to use bigger containers. The crates were nice, but more space will help the ranunculus grow even better.
– Start Earlier: Hopefully, with a greenhouse in place next year, I’ll start the ranunculus earlier. This should give them a head start and lead to even more amazing blooms.
– Plant More: I’ve fallen in love with these flowers, so I’ll definitely plant more next year to fill the garden with even more color.
Tips for Growing Ranunculus:
1️⃣ Pick the Right Container: Make sure your containers have good drainage and are big enough for the roots.
2️⃣ Pre-Sprout Corms: Soak the corms overnight before planting to give them a boost.
3️⃣ Cool Temperatures: Ranunculus like cooler weather, so plant them in early spring or late fall.
4️⃣ Well-Drained Soil: Use soil that drains well to avoid root rot.
5️⃣ Water Regularly: Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
6️⃣ Fertilize: Use a balanced fertilizer to help the plants grow and bloom. I use @BugHut fertilizers! I can do a post on that later, I have fallen in love with them!
7️⃣ Provide Support: As the plants grow, give them some support to keep the blooms upright.
This year’s ranunculus adventure has been a blast, and I can’t wait to go bigger and better next year. Stay tuned for more updates from Sweet Bombdiggity Farms!
Happy gardening,
Jules
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