Poppy, Oriental Poppy Mix
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HEIRLOOM. Large flowers, scarlet to pink with deep purple centers.
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The fragile beauty and shimmering colors of poppies are magical. They practically grow themselves, which is why they were essentials in remote cottage gardens. Large flowers, scarlet to pink with deep purple centers. Flowers May-June.
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Zone This refers to the USDA hardiness zone assigned to each part of the country, based on the minimum winter temperature that a region typically experiences. Hardiness zone ranges are provided for all perennial plants and you should always choose plants that fall within your range.
4-8
Sun The amount of sunlight this product needs daily in order to perform well in the garden. Full sun means 6 hours of direct sun per day; partial sun means 2-4 hours of direct sun per day; shade means little or no direct sun.
Full Sun, Part Sun
Height The typical height of this product at maturity.
24-36 inches
Spread The width of the plant at maturity.
18-24 inches
Bloom Season The time of the year when this product normally blooms.
Summer
Resistant To Adverse garden conditions, such as heat or frost, deer or rabbits, that this product can tolerate well.
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Poppy
Start Indoors Starting seeds indoors is called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds indoors in the spring or summer
Transplant When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for spring
Start Outdoors Starting seeds outdoors is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the spring or summer
Start Indoors Fall Starting seeds indoors in the fall called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fall
Transplant Fall Transplant Fall-When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for fall
Start Outdoors Fall Starting seeds outdoors in the fall is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fallFirst Date: Mar-07 - Last Date: Mar-21
First Date: Mar-28 - Last Date: May-16
First Date: Sep-17 - Last Date: Oct-29
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Poppy
Start Indoors Starting seeds indoors is called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds indoors in the spring or summer
Transplant When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for spring
Start Outdoors Starting seeds outdoors is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the spring or summer
Start Indoors Fall Starting seeds indoors in the fall called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fall
Transplant Fall Transplant Fall-When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for fall
Start Outdoors Fall Starting seeds outdoors in the fall is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fallFirst Date: Mar-07 - Last Date: Mar-21
First Date: May-02 - Last Date: May-16
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Poppy: Direct Sow, Bare Root or Potted Plant Perennial
How to Sow and Plant
Poppy may be grown from seed sown directly in the garden, or grown from bare root or potted plants.
Sowing Directly in the Garden:
- Direct sow in late spring to summer, after the soil is thoroughly warm, in full sun in deep, moist, well-drained, well amended soil.
- Remove weeds and work organic matter into the top 6-8 inches of soil; then level and smooth.
- Sow seeds evenly and thinly and barely cover with fine soil.
- Keep evenly moist.
- Seedlings will emerge in 10-20 days at 55-70 degrees F.
- Thin to about 12 inches apart when seedlings are 2 inches high.
Planting Bare Root Plants:
- Choose a location in full sun with deep, moist, well-drained, well amended soil.
- Prepare the bed by turning the soil under to a depth of 6-12, inches removing any debris, and lightly raking as level as possible.
- The addition of organic matter (leaf mold, compost, well-rotted manure) benefits all gardens and is essential in recently constructed neighborhoods.
- Dig a hole twice as deep and wide as the bare root.
- Spread the roots out in the hole. Hold the roots suspended in the hole at the proper depth. Fill in around the roots with soil until the hole is filled.
- Tamp the soil firmly to get rid of air pockets and to ensure that the plant is set at the right depth.
- Water well to fully saturate the roots and soil.
- Because poppies have tap roots, be very careful to not damage the root when planting.
Planting Potted Plants:
- Choose a location in full sun with deep, moist, well-drained, well amended soil.
- Prepare the bed by turning the soil under to a depth of 6-12 inches removing any debris, and lightly raking as level as possible.
- The addition of organic matter (leaf mold, compost, well-rotted manure) benefits all gardens and is essential in recently constructed neighborhoods.
- Plant on a cloudy day or in late afternoon to reduce transplant shock.
- Dig a hole for each plant large enough to amply accommodate the root ball.
- Unpot the plant and gently loosen the root ball with your hands to encourage good root growth.
- Place the top of the root ball even with the level of the surrounding soil. Fill with soil to the top of the root ball. Press soil down firmly with your hand. Because poppies have tap roots, be very careful to not damage the root when planting.
- Use the plant tag as a location marker.
- Thoroughly water and apply a light mulch layer on top of the soil (1-2 inches) to conserve water and reduce weeds.
How to Grow
- Keep weeds under control during the growing season. Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their germination.
- Mulches also help retain soil moisture and maintain even soil temperatures. For perennials, an organic mulch of aged bark or shredded leaves lends a natural look to the bed and will improve the soil as it breaks down in time. Always keep mulches off a plant’s stems to prevent possible rot.
- Careful watering is essential in getting perennials off to a good start. Water thoroughly at least once a week to help new roots grow down deeply. Soil should be damp at about 1 inch below the soil surface. You can check this by sticking your finger in the soil. Water early in the morning to give all leaves enough time to dry. One inch of rain or watering per week is recommended for most perennial plants. You can check to see if you need to add water by using a rain gauge.
- After new growth appears, a light fertilizer may be applied. Keep granular fertilizers away from the plant crown and foliage to avoid burn injury. Use low rates of a slow release fertilizer, as higher rates may encourage root rots.
- Remove foliage when it dies back. Oriental poppy foliage dies back after bloom in mid-summer.
- In colder regions, apply another layer of mulch (1-2 inches) after the ground freezes in fall. Evergreen boughs (from Christmas trees) provide additional protection. Remove this mulch in the spring.
Growing Tips
- Do not transplant poppies as their tap root is easily damaged.
- Poppies make great cut flowers. When cutting snip the stems just before the buds open. Seal the stems by burning the cut ends with a match before immersing them in water.
- The seed pods are great for dried arrangements as well.
Zone
4-8
Sun
Full Sun, Part Sun
Height
24-36 inches
Spread
18-24 inches
Bloom Season
Summer
Resistant To
Deer
Ornamental Use
Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers
Planting Time
Spring
Genus
Papaver
Life Cycle
Perennial
Poppy, Oriental Poppy Mix is rated
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Rated 5 out of
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SamC from
Beautiful Poppies
I've had great success with these seeds and often get compliments on my flowers.
I planted the seeds outside in peat pots in early spring. I just sprinkled them on the dirt and lightly tamped them down. I did not cover them with dirt.
Date published: 2019-06-12
Rated 4 out of
5
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manch from
Seeds are good, instructions are bad
It seems all the reviews here are complaining that these seeds don’t germinate even though they followed the instructions. But that’s the thing - the seeds are actually very good, it’s the instructions that suck. Almost all the seeds I’ve planted have germinated. I have them growing indoors in jiffy pots so they’ll be easy to transplant outside once they’re big enough. They’re still very small seedlings and nowhere near flowering, so I can’t comment on that just yet. But I have a great germination rate so I figured I’d comment now!
Don’t sow these tiny seeds directly outside in the heat of the summer as the instructions say, and you should have success!
Date published: 2019-05-25
Rated 1 out of
5
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heg76 from
No Germination
Planted according to directions in full sun. Not a single seed germinated.
Date published: 2018-07-28
Rated 1 out of
5
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Melbelle from
Didn't grow
Not a single one grew at all. I planted one seed packet at the correct time for my growing zone.
Date published: 2017-10-07
Rated 1 out of
5
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Suej from
Germination
I was veryDisappointed , the seeds did not grow at all, even after careful preparation of the soil.
Date published: 2017-07-15
Rated 1 out of
5
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Bren from
Never Grew
I bought these last year and tried planting last year and this year and not one grew. Don't waste your money.
Date published: 2016-06-29
Rated 1 out of
5
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Poppies from
Green stalks and not a bud
Purchased and sowed packet of seeds and first year green stalks that my neighbor called seeds. Second year nothing. Very disappointed. I sent a photo but never heard back.
Date published: 2016-01-31