They like our cooler temps not the heat of summer. I planted both from tubers and seeds. Well I think the ranunculus are tubers, they look like dry little fits with fingers....grins.

I plant mine in bright sun but with some afternoon shade. The heat takes them out like it does pansies.

I would transplant gently into a bigger pot so I could move it around. Why? Because I think they are GORGEOUS and will have some transplant shock.

The poppies you can put in the ground.

Ranunculus do best for me if I plant them in Late November or early December. I didn't get mine in until early January. They are about 2 inches tall now and I will not get to enjoy them much.

To save your little "fist" for next year: Allow the plant to die a natural death and dry out. Remove the little claw like root, allow it to dry and keep in a paper bag until next November or December. I know, places will say to wait longer but they can take a freeze when they are green foliage. I've had them take hard freezes, but the heat is another story. I'm giving you a link where you can order some next year if you like.

Poppies can grow easily from seeds.
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Here is a link that might be useful: Ranunculus Giants

Thanks for the advice about ranunculus. I'll put it in a pot and see how long it goes this year. Do you know about deer damage to them?

You know the site you mentioned says its about $2 per fist. That's pretty high don't you think. I bought tow plant with flowers and buds for $3 each from lowes. I would think the bulbs should be cheaper.

Pebbles

I'm puzzled. I read 50 of them for $23 or $24

Sorry bad math, you are right. So it'll be about 50c a piece.

I'm glad you did...I'll look for them at Lowes. Cheers dc