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Floral Spotlight: Ranunculus

Image by Gladys Jem, Flowers by Jacin Fitzgerald

Oh ranunculus, how I love you.  Seriously – if you use the search button on my blog and look for ranunculus, you will find post after post mentioning this delicate beauty.  Ranunculus is also known as persian buttercup, and flowers between June and August. (but there is still a way to get them up through end of September and into October, if you look hard enough (or book Jennifer Hodgins at Branford Flower Shop :) ).

These lovely blooms are intricate with their multiple petals surrounding the center, and almost resemble mini peonies.  But make sure you order enough for your event, because some of the heads can tend to be small.  These are perfect for the boutonnieres or in the bouquets (I used them in mine too!) and are not as expensive as one would imagine.

Let’s take a look at some of these lovelies in action:

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And we all know how much I love pulling details through all components of the wedding, like these ranunculus-themed invites!

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LOVE everything about this one.

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I could post about these beauties all day long, but did my best to scour for some of my favorite images in the meantime :)

Make sure to stop back this afternoon for the second dose of todays’ floral spotlight!

Previous Floral Spotlights:
Billy Buttons, Silver Brunia

COMMENTS
  • Kate/MagnoliaRouge says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    Words can't express how much I love Ranunculus!!! Shame the season here is only about a week long!!

  • Emici Bridal says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    I love them too! They are so delicate and packed with petals. Who could resist?

  • Steph {bubblerock} says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    You have no idea how I wish those were in season and available at my wedding: biggest flower disappointment to date :) I want those :)

  • PeachBride says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    These are one of my new favorites. Beautiful!

  • Chelsea Gets Married says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    LOVE ranunculus! It's my second favorite flower. Peonies being #1.

  • Ashley says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    oo those are gorgeous!

  • Diana Mieczan says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    They are one of my favourite flowers..EVER!!! I love love love them:)
    Happy Monday
    Kisses

  • Kamie says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    Gorgeous flowers! I can not believe how much they look like peonies- getting a hold of my florist now!!

  • Alicia@CharityWedding says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    I love the texture of ranunculus! Such a gorgeous flower!

  • la petite coquine says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    Oh, how I love ranunculus! They're the perfect combination of peonies and roses-so gorgeous!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • Erin*Sparkle&Hay says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    you know that burlap tied one stole my heart!!!

  • K5 Becomes a Bride says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    i love them OH so much. every picture is fantastic.

  • D. Marie says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    Love this flower as well…and I think I may love it more than peonies! Love the shape and colors. That first bout is so adorable!

  • postcards and pretties says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    the white & blush pink ones are my absolute fave!

  • Faith says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    oooh sooo pretty! i love ranunculus! i love them mixed with peonies!

  • Paloma says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    the pink with green centers?! wow.

  • Shorely Chic says on January 10, 2011 Reply

    Wowee, I love these! I may want them in white for my wedding. Thanks for sharing :)

  • Catherine says on January 12, 2011 Reply

    This is the main flower I'm using in my wedding. It looks so rich and (dare I say it?) fluffy! I suggested it to my future sister-in-law, and she's using it in her May wedding - can't wait to see how her bouquets turn out! Gorgeous!

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