Yes, these are definitely real, in spite of their uncanny resemblance to the paper flowers once used to decorate high school floats. Often a sign that spring is truly on the way, Persian Buttercups come in a vast array of warm colors, and do well in cooler temperatures. 'Sprinkles Pink' ranunculus produces lovely deep pink, multi-petaled flowers that average two to three inches across and are long-lasting cut flowers. We tend to treat ranunculi as annuals here in the Pacific NW, but dedicated gardeners can over-winter the frost-tender bulbs in greenhouses or garages in pots and move them out into the garden come warmer weather.