Papaver rhoeas

The classic wild or Flanders Poppy with brilliant scarlet tissue paper flowers. It is the traditional emblem of remembrance.

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DELIVERY INFORMATION

Type: Hardy Annual
Position: Cutting Garden
Soil: Broad Tolerance
Flowers: May - July, 10-12 weeks from spring sowing.
Height: 60cm (24in)
Group/Species: rhoeas
Common name: Corn Poppy
Moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: Full Sun
Spread: 15cm (6in)
Cultivation: Sow direct in mid spring and/or late summer, a fine tilth is ideal. Self sows in following years.

The classic wild or Flanders Poppy with brilliant scarlet tissue paper flowers. It is the traditional emblem of remembrance.

It looks delicate and ethereal, but with stem ends seared briefly, makes a beautiful cut flower and excellent self-seeding garden plant.

They do not like transplanting so sow in situ.