Purple Poppy Seeds - Flower Plant

Purple poppy is a cool-season annual plant grown for its ornamental flowers and decorative seed pods. It develops upright stems with soft, lobed foliage and produces purple-colored blooms under suitable growing conditions. This plant is well adapted to temperate climates and performs best during cooler seasons. It prefers well-drained soil and is commonly direct sown in garden beds, borders, and open landscape areas.

Features

• Upright annual plant with moderate growth
• Produces purple ornamental flowers
• Suitable for cool and temperate climates
• Performs best when directly sown outdoors
• Adaptable to well-drained soil conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Papaver somniferum
• Common Name (US): Breadseed Poppy
• Seed Type / Variety: Purple Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright annual
• USDA Zones: 3-9
• Planting Season: Early spring or fall
• Growing Season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: February to April or September to October
• Germination Time And Conditions: 7-14 days in cool soil (15-20°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, avoid excess moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 60-120 cm height, 30-45 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 20-30 cm between plants