With a name like that sweet girl next door, the Ranunculus Charlotte is anything but ordinary. It's about time you get to know more about one of the most wanted Japanese Ranunculus of all time. With their top-heavy petals, this mega flower equals a peony’s appearance and makes a great addition to a loose garden-inspired arrangement.
Charlotte Japanese Ranunculus - Nature’s Definition of Perfection
One of the most wanted types of Ranunculus, a peony-look-alike flower? You got that right. Each flower coming from the land of the rising sun promises to make a jaw-dropping entrance to the flower market, but why is this particular one so different and popular? Continue reading to find out everything about Ranunculus Charlotte.
What better way to find out more about this Asian beauty than what Japan connoisseur Kenichi Saito, the COO and Managing Director of the Japan Flowers and Plants Export Association JFPEA Office, who has many years of experience in making connections with the Japanese flower market and the promotion of its floral products, has to say about it.
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He shares his thoughts on this flower variety and why it is a must in any bouquet or arrangement:
"The Charlotte Ranunculus variety draws attention with its distinctive appearance. Its large head size and the classy arrangement of its petals resemble a fully open peony, making it one of the most popular ranunculus varieties today."
A very interesting insight from Mr. Saito:
"The Ranunculus Charlotte is on the market in several colors and in three cut stages: small, middle, and premium, like the ones you see in the pictures. My recommendation is to buy the middle cut stage. They will open up beautifully, and their vase life is much longer, even."
The Origin of This Specialty Ranunculus
Ranunculus Charlotte was introduced by the Japanese breeder Aye and is exclusively grown at the Flower Spirit Nursery in Japan. Originating from Central Asia, Ranunculus flowers eventually ended up in Europe. However, this specific strain is a true Japanese beauty with protected tubers from its original grower, making it an extra specialty and delight in the flower world.
Did you know that the Japanese Ranunculus season is in sync with the Italian season? This large variety is increasingly taking over the ranunculus season, and nowadays, florists swoon over the light pink, cerise, and orange colors of the Charlotte variety.
The Spectacular Fuse of Colors of the Charlotte Ranunculus
If you're a person who loves bright colors that give a soft vibe, this is the ideal flower for you because the mix of colors in the petals of this specific Ranunculus variety is simply spectacular. Although it has a slight mix of colors, the Charlotte Ranunculus also comes in light pink colored, cerise pink colored, and orange-colored tones. Following the winter months, for a pre-spring arrangement, this is a perfect choice because, at first sight, it expresses delicacy and freshness at the same time.
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This variety also does wonders when using it to decorate any interior space or event of your choice, and can even be used as the perfect compliment and companion for wedding bouquets. By placing Charlotte Ranunculus in a wedding bouquet, you're automatically in for the win because it looks stunning. It just adds more volume, texture, and depth with its mix of colors and patterns. All in all, a space that includes Ranunculus Charlotte will always slay and look stunning without a doubt. Some even say it's a hypnotizing flower that captures your attention non-stop.
Love at First Sight?
Charlotte is not your ordinary Ranunculus and therefore not the cheapest one. It is exported from Japan to the United States and Europe, and it is an expensive strain. The export is mostly requested in small numbers of 20/30 stems per bunch for it to stay affordable and interesting for the florist. But once you put your eyes on it, it'll be love at first sight for any florist. It comes in the largest sizes known for Ranunculus: the Superrohne (with a 13.5 cm wide flowerhead), Rohne (11 cm width), and Carno (9 cm width).
Do you want to experience the divinity of this flower? For your information, it is available from the first months of the year up to the Ranunculus season. Besides using it in any type of indoor decor or in an arrangement, you must know it is also a stunner of an addition to any Valentine's Day arrangements or springtime creations.
Designers, traders, and florists worldwide are in awe of this big-headed beauty. It's time to make Charlotte part of your floral spotlight and make them the beauty queen of your arrangements.
