Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Impatiens walleriana
Balsaminaceae · flowers
Ranunculus asiaticus
Ranunculaceae · bulbs
Impatiens (Zones 10-11)
Ranunculus (Zones 8-10)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 10–10
| Feature | Impatiens | Ranunculus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Impatiens walleriana | Ranunculus asiaticus |
| Family | Balsaminaceae | Ranunculaceae |
| Category | flowers | bulbs |
| Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Well-drained |
| Height | 1' 6" | 1' 6" |
| Spread | 1' 6" | 8" |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Mixed | Mixed |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | East Africa | Mediterranean |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Impatiens
Ranunculus
Impatiens
Ranunculus
Choose Impatiens if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 10–11.
Choose Ranunculus if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 8–10.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 10–10. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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