Ranunculus Flower Colouring

A fluffy ranunculus opens layer after layer of rounded petals beside a smaller flower and a neat garden bud while a butterfly flutters past. Try rosy pink, red, orange, sunny yellow, creamy white, or purple, and use two related shades to make the many petal rings easy to see. Colour the divided leaves and stems in fresh greens, give the butterfly a bright matching pattern, and add pale blue to the cloud if you wish. Start with the tiny centre, colour one petal ring at a time, and work outward with curved strokes that follow every soft edge. Begin with the biggest spaces and use gentle pressure for pale colour, then press a little more firmly for bold details. Young artists can use one solid shade in each section, while older children can blend two related colours, add dots or stripes, and draw extra garden details in the open space. As you work, say the flower name—Ranunculus—and notice its special petals, leaves, buds, and centre.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Make it an activity

Choose a favourite colour palette
Add a simple background
Display the finished artwork

Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.