Ranunculus Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B | Italian Ranunculus | Corm Size 4/5 

Premium Italian ranunculus | Large, fully double creamy flowers | Exceptional cut flower

Ranunculus Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B is a sophisticated Italian ranunculus with large, densely layered flowers in soft creamy tones. Its warm, refined colouring sits beautifully between ivory, cream and delicate buttery shades, giving the flowers an elegant, timeless appearance.

The numerous silky petals create luxurious, rose-like blooms that are especially valuable for wedding floristry, bridal bouquets, romantic arrangements and sophisticated spring designs.

Part of the professional Italian Elegance® series by Biancheri Creazioni, CREMA is an excellent choice for flower growers looking for premium-quality blooms, strong stems and an unusual neutral colour for cutting.

Key Features

• Premium Italian ranunculus
• Professional Elegance® series
• Large, fully double creamy flowers
• Soft ivory-cream to warm buttery colouring
• Beautiful densely layered petals
• Strong stems suitable for cutting
• Excellent flower production
• Good vase life
• Exceptional neutral colour for wedding floristry
• Suitable for professional flower farms and home cutting gardens
• Can be grown in greenhouses, polytunnels, raised beds and large containers
• Corm size: 4/5

Flower colour may vary slightly according to temperature, light and growing conditions.

Botanical and Growing Information

• Botanical name: Ranunculus asiaticus
• Variety: Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B
• Series: Elegance®
• Breeder: Biancheri Creazioni, Italy
• Common name: Italian Ranunculus / Persian Buttercup
• Product supplied as: Dormant corms
• Corm size: 4/5
• Flower colour: Cream / ivory-cream
• Flower type: Large, fully double
• Plant height: Approximately 40–60 cm
• Time to first flowers: Approximately 90–120 days after planting
• Flowering period: Spring to early summer
• Position: Full sun or very light partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, loose and very well drained
• Planting distance: Approximately 15–20 cm
• Planting depth: Approximately 3–5 cm
• Use: Cut flowers, wedding floristry, raised beds, greenhouses, polytunnels and large containers

A Beautiful Creamy Neutral Colour

The special feature of Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B is its soft, warm neutral colouring.

Rather than pure white, the flowers develop refined creamy and ivory tones with a subtle warm undertone. This makes CREMA particularly useful in floristry, where neutral colours blend beautifully with both soft pastels and richer seasonal shades.

It combines especially well with white, blush pink, champagne, apricot, peach, dusty rose, pale lavender and soft green.

The exact shade can naturally vary slightly between flowers and according to growing conditions.

How Long Does It Take to Flower?

Under favourable conditions, the first flowers can appear approximately 90 days after planting pre-sprouted corms.

In cooler conditions or during periods with limited natural light, flowering may take approximately 100–120 days.

Ranunculus is a cool-season flower. Bright, cool growing conditions generally encourage stronger plants, longer stems and high-quality blooms.

Beginner’s Guide – Preparing Ranunculus Corms

Dry ranunculus corms naturally look small, hard and shrivelled. This is completely normal. They are dormant and need to absorb water before active growth begins.

1. Soak the Corms

Place the corms in clean, cool or room-temperature water for approximately 3–4 hours.

Do not use hot water and do not soak overnight, as excessive soaking can increase the risk of rot.

After soaking, the corms should become noticeably plumper.

2. Pre-Sprout the Corms

Corms can be planted directly after soaking, but pre-sprouting is recommended for a more controlled and uniform start.

Fill a shallow tray with a light growing medium such as potting mix combined with perlite, coco coir or vermiculite.

The substrate should be slightly moist, never wet.

Place the corms with their pointed, claw-like parts facing down and cover with approximately 2–3 cm of substrate.

3. Keep Cool

Keep the tray for approximately 10–14 days at 4–10°C in a cool, frost-free location.

Check every few days and keep the substrate only slightly moist.

When small white roots and short shoots appear, the corms are ready for planting.

Planting

Plant the corms with the characteristic “claws” facing downwards.

• Planting depth: 3–5 cm
• Spacing: 15–20 cm
• Position: Bright and sunny
• Soil: Fertile and very well drained

Water lightly after planting.

Ranunculus does not tolerate cold, waterlogged soil. If your soil is heavy or remains wet for long periods, raised beds or containers are a better choice.

Watering

Until active leaves appear, water carefully and sparingly. Newly planted corms require little moisture and may rot if the soil is kept excessively wet.

Once active growth begins, keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged.

As plants develop flower stems, their water requirements increase. Consistent moisture supports the production of longer stems and larger flowers.

Fertilising

Ranunculus benefits from fertile soil but does not require excessive feeding.

Before planting, enrich the soil with well-decomposed compost and a moderate amount of balanced fertiliser.

Once plants have developed several healthy leaves, usually around 3–4 weeks after planting, begin feeding moderately.

When flower buds appear, use a flowering fertiliser with moderate nitrogen and slightly higher potassium.

Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage lush foliage at the expense of flowers.

Growing in Containers

Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B can also be grown successfully in large containers with good drainage holes.

Use a fertile, free-draining growing medium and leave approximately 15 cm between corms.

Place containers in a bright, relatively cool position and never allow them to stand in water.

Growing in Colder Climates

Ranunculus can be successfully grown in:

Unheated greenhouses • Polytunnels • Raised beds with frost protection • Large containers • Protected garden beds

Young plants enjoy cool conditions, but severe or prolonged frost can cause damage. Protect them with horticultural fleece when necessary.

Harvesting for Cut Flowers

For the best vase life, harvest when the flower is fully coloured and beginning to open but is not yet completely expanded.

Gently test the bud between your fingers:

• Very firm: Too early
• Soft and marshmallow-like: Ideal stage for harvesting
• Fully open: Best for immediate use

Cut during the cooler morning hours and place stems immediately into clean water.

Remove foliage that would remain below the waterline. Regular harvesting encourages continued flower production.

Perfect for Wedding Floristry

The creamy neutral colouring of Elegance® CREMA 347G B&B makes it particularly valuable for:

Bridal bouquets • Wedding arrangements • Romantic spring bouquets • Neutral floral palettes • Table arrangements • Garden-style floristry • Premium cut flower production

CREMA is especially beautiful alongside white and blush flowers, but its warm neutral shade also creates sophisticated combinations with champagne, apricot, peach and dusty rose.

Important Growing Information

Ranunculus requires cool growing conditions, excellent drainage and careful moisture management.

Each corm is living plant material. Flower colour, number of blooms, stem length, flower size and flowering time may vary according to planting date, temperature, light and cultivation conditions.