The 2023 flower stamp issue showcases the beautiful Ranunculus asiaticus. This booklet of 10 stamps features 2 unique designs that celebrate the joy and elegance of spring.

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Perfect for wedding invitations and gardeners
Coil of 50 Permanent™ domestic stamps
Features 2 different stamp designs (contains 5 of each)
Showcase the elegant Ranunculus asiaticus, a beautiful flower often used to express admiration and enchantment.
Permanent™ stamps are always worth the going postage rate. Buy today and use anytime in the future.

About the annual flower issue

The annual flower issue is a bestseller and is often used to mail wedding stationery such as invitations. It’s also a popular stamp issue among Canadian gardeners.

About the flower

Ranunculus asiaticus, also known as Persian buttercup, is native to southwestern Asia, southern Europe and northern Africa. The plant may have arrived in northern Europe during the Crusades but was not cultivated widely until the 17th century.

The name Ranunculus comes from the Latin words for “little frog” because many species grow near streams. However, Ranunculus asiaticus is partial to sunny hillsides and pastures.

Known for radiant, rose-like blossoms, Ranunculus may be single or double flowered. It has gossamer-thin petals and grows in a palette of colours. Florists and gardeners love them, and they are a popular choice for wedding bouquets and centrepieces.

Traditionally, offering these blooms is a way of saying, “I’m dazzled by your charms!”

About the design

This two-stamp issue depicts Ranunculus asiaticus as a single flower and a bouquet in many shades of pink against a joyful purple background. The flower's Latin name is printed in a harmonious pink font at the top of each stamp. Both stamps were designed by Stéphane Huot, with images by Veronique Meignaud. 

Product # 414217111

Ranunculus: Permanent™ domestic rate stamps - booklet of 10