Direct sowing seeds
Learn how to get great results when direct sowing hardy annual seeds.
1000 seeds 020121 | £1.95 |
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Papaver commutatum 'Ladybird' is a stunning poppy with large red flowers with black spots, like a ladybird – it's also very easy to grow. Just scatter the seed in disturbed soil and it will grow.
Genus | Papaver commutatum |
Group/Species | commutatum |
Variety | Ladybird |
Type | Hardy Annual |
Border Position | Front, Middle |
Soil Type | Neutral |
Scent | Unscented |
Site | Full Sun, Shelter |
Moisture | Well-drained |
Height | 45cm (18in) |
Sowing, Seeds, Planting | March-May and/or August-October direct. |
Care Tips | May be attacked by aphids. |
Flowering | June - September, 12 weeks from sowing |
Vase Life | Lasts up to 5 days. Sear the stem ends in boiling water. |
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Learn how to get great results when direct sowing hardy annual seeds.
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Papaver commutatum 'Ladybird' reviews
Reviewed 1st August 2019 by Kay Came up plain red. No spots! |
Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Cherry I ordered Ladybird poppies. I did not get them. I got some ordinary poppies which I had also sent to my friends. We were very disappointed . |