Ranunculus Butterfly™ Helios® Corms

Ranunculus Butterfly™ Helios® beams with warm, golden-yellow petals that brighten gardens and floral designs alike. This standout from the Butterfly™ series is beloved for its single, wax-coated blooms that shimmer gently in the light, adding a luminous quality to every stem. Helios is known for its branching habit, with each stem bearing five to seven delicate, airy blooms. With excellent vase life and radiant color, Helios brings cheer and elegance to cutting gardens, mixed bouquets, and event work.

🌸 Features:
Variety: Ranunculus Butterfly™ Helios® – glowing yellow blooms with a soft shimmer.
Bloom Type: Single-petaled, golden-yellow flowers with a waxy finish and airy form.
Height: Reaches 18–24 inches tall with strong, multi-bloom stems.
Blooming Season: Late spring through early summer.
Uses: Ideal for bright arrangements, wedding florals, borders, and home gardens.
Unique Trait: Multiple flowers per stem and an uplifting golden hue with long vase life.

🌿 Planting Instructions:
Soak Corms: Soak corms in room-temperature water for 3–4 hours before planting.
Soil & Location: Grow in full sun to light shade in well-draining, fertile soil.
Planting Depth: Plant 1–2 inches deep, claws down, spacing 4–6 inches apart.
Watering: Maintain even moisture—do not let soil dry out or stay soggy.
Climate Tip: In warm climates, plant in fall. In cold regions, pre-sprout indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.

🌿 Care Tips:
• Harvest stems when buds are just beginning to open for maximum vase longevity.
• Deadhead to promote continuous blooming.
• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
• After blooming, allow foliage to die back, then lift and store corms in a dry, cool location for replanting next season.