Papaver orientale
Oriental Poppy
Description
Large, beautifully crinkled blooms of bright colors are produced by this poppy in the spring to mid-summer seasons. It prefers rich, well-drained soils for growth.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Woodland
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.