Great Scarlet Poppy, Iranian Poppy, Persian Poppy, Papaver orientale var. bracteatum
Equalled by few in showiness of appearance, Papaver bracteatum (Great Scarlet Poppy) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial boasting huge, dark ruby-red flowers, up to 4-8 in. across (10-20 cm), each shimmering petal adorned with a purple-black spot at its base. Blooming from mid-spring to early summer, the eye-catching blossoms are borne atop tall and stiff unbranched stems. They are held above a foliage clump of bristly, pinnate basal leaves. This plant goes dormant after flowering, but the leaves return in the fall and persist throughout winter. Papaver bracteatum is closely related to the commonly cultivated oriental poppy, Papaver orientale. Add this sturdy, hardy perennial poppy anywhere you want a bright color splash with little maintenance.
Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
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Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Papaver |
Common names | Poppy |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 1' - 4' (30cm - 120cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Papaver |
Common names | Poppy |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 1' - 4' (30cm - 120cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Papaver bracteatum (Great Scarlet Poppy) do I need for my garden?
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