Papaver orientale
Oriental Poppy
Description
Large, beautifully crinkled blooms of bright colors are produced by this poppy in the spring to mid-summer seasons. It prefers rich, well-drained soils for growth.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.
Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.