Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil
Soak ranunculus corms in cool water for 3 to 4 hours before planting
Plant corms in fall in mild climates or in late winter to early spring in colder climates
Place corms 2 inches deep with the claw side facing down
Space corms 4 to 6 inches apart
Water lightly after planting
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
Protect plants from hard frost
Feed with a balanced fertilizer when growth begins
Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms
Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering
Lift and store corms in cold or wet climates after the foliage dries
Store corms in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place until replanting