Heritage Poppy Seeds - Flower Plant

Heritage poppy is an annual flowering plant grown for its decorative blooms and adaptability to cool and temperate garden environments. It produces upright stems with broad, delicate flowers that vary in color depending on the variety. The plant grows best in well-drained soil and full sun conditions, and it is commonly used in garden beds, borders, and naturalized landscape areas. It performs well in cooler growing seasons and can establish in locations with mild climates.

Features

• Annual flowering plant with ornamental blooms
• Suitable for cool and temperate climates
• Produces soft, decorative flowers in varied colors
• Adaptable to garden beds and borders
• Performs best in well-drained soil conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Papaver somniferum
• Common Name (US): Ornamental Poppy
• Seed Type / Variety: Heritage Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual flowering plant
• USDA Zones: 3-9
• Planting Season: Early spring or fall
• Growing Season: Cool to mild season
• Sowing Season: March to May and September to November
• Germination Time And Conditions: 10-20 days in cool soil (10-20°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, light soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, avoid excess moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 30-90 cm height
• Plant Spacing: 15-30 cm between plants