Description
Papaver rhoeas
Bright red poppies waving in the breeze turns a garden into a wonderland!
These cheery, red flowers bloom in late spring/early summer and bring a decided air of whimsy to a garden. Bees cover their fuzzy bodies in the copious pollen while onlookers gawk with delight at the spectacle. Decorative seedheads are also highly ornamental, and seeds can be added to baked goods. Plants grow 2-3’ tall and will gently self-seed.
Seed grown by City Gardens in Garden City, Idaho and Affinity Farm in Moscow, Idaho.
500 seeds.
Directions: Poppies dislike having their roots disturbed and they prefer cool soil, so it's best to direct sow them in late fall to early spring.
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Planting Depth |
Seed Spacing |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
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1/8” |
6” |
10-21 |
70-90 |