fair maids of France
Also known as: aconite buttercup; aconite-leaved buttercup; mountain crowfoot; fair maids of Kent
A clump-forming perennial to 60cm, with three-to five-lobed, dark, glossy green leaves up to 20cm long. In late spring to early summer produces tall, upright, branching stems with numerous, saucer-shaped, white flowers opening from red buds
Scientific classification
- Species
- fair maids of France (Ranunculus aconitifolius)
- Genus
- Ranunculus
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of fair maids of France
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Europe
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Quick identification of fair maids of France
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fair maids of France care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or division
Growing
GrowingGrow in humus-rich, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust and grey moulds
Pests
Generally pest-free
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