Common name: Lesser SpearwortPot size: 9 cmPlant type: Low-growing marginal aquatic perennial Plant Overview Ranunculus flammula is a charming native wildflower known for its bright yellow, buttercup-like blooms and slender green foliage. It thrives in damp soil and shallow water, making it ideal for pond edges, bog gardens, and consistently moist borders. Flowers Small, glossy yellow flowers Blooming period: Late spring to early autumn Attracts pollinators such as bees and hoverflies Foliage Narrow, lance-shaped leaves Creeping or spreading growth habit Forms attractive low mats over time Growing Conditions Position: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Wet, boggy, or shallow water (up to ~5 cm deep) Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and similar climates Maintenance: Low maintenance; trim back after flowering if needed Garden Uses Pond margins Wildlife gardens Bog gardens Naturalistic planting schemes
