In a message dated 4/14/2006 9:28:12 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, jwaddick@kc.rr.com writes: I grow 'Brazen Hussy' too and it is a bit of a thug. Everytime I dig it up, it returns! ===>Yes, 'Brazen Hussy' is moving out and about. But its dark leaves make it not nearly as prominent as some of the other fast-moving ranunculus. But 'Buttered Popcorn' did not survive. The typical has thuggish properties so wondered about this 'new to me species'. Hate to add another 'weed' to the garden, but in my climate things need some vigor just to survive. ===>R. 'Buttered Popcorn' was a gift from a local friend, and although it has not yet bloomed for me, it is already spreading out. I'll be keeping a close watch on it. Bill Lee