Description
Indescribably elegant, Papaver somniferum var. laciniatum is superb in the flower border, with lush, frilled, softest blush of pink, often palm-sized blooms. An ethereal shade of pale, light shell pink! Beauties!
They send up thick flower stems that produce five to ten nodding flower heads. When the flowers do burst, overnight, from their casings, what a treat to enjoy! Once the petals drop, one is left with a spectacular, instantly recognizable seedpod – great in bouquets fresh or for dried use. Edible seed.
Sown in early spring, the plants grow quickly and the first flowers appear in early July. (See poppy info under ‘Blog’) They grow to about 60 to 90cm (24 to 36in) tall and have thick stalks and broad lettuce-like leaves. The light green, almost round pods are well-suited for crafts and dried floral arrangements. This annual variety will readily self-seed and will make an excellent addition to any garden for years to come.
These poppies grow quickly. Grow them in a position with deep, well-drained, fertile soil in full sun, they can also be grown in large containers and usually starting flowering here in Zone 5 in July.
Thin the seedlings out so they are finally a good 6″ apart by early summer – you’ll get more flowers and pods per plant that are bigger and stronger.
Poppies don’t need to be watered too often, but when you do water, give the plants a deep soaking. This will promote strong root growth.
Excellent drainage is a must. Once they get established the plants are very hardy. When well-grown the blossom can be just as large as the perennial Oriental poppy, and they bloom later than their perennial cousins.
Cut Flowers:
The blooms make stunning floral arrangements but aren’t long lasting. Cut flowers last just 2-3 days in the vase if you’re lucky. Harvest when ½ open and sear the bottom end in boiling water or flame for 7-10 seconds. Seed pods can be dried and used indefinitely- beautiful for flower arrangements & winter arrangements & dried floral projects.
Approx 100+seeds
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