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Papaver rhoeas
Flanders Poppy
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer:
Description
This beautiful annual has bright red single flowers, each petal often marked at its base with a large black blotch. Sow seeds in spring. Flanders Poppy is attractive near entries, walkways, and in containers. It can reach 3' tall and prefers full sun in well draining, rich soil. It may re-sow.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.
Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.