Lauren's Grape Poppy (Papaver somniferum) - A stunning dark purple selection from a lavender heirloom poppy stand that has become very popular in recent years. Flowers are 4 to 5 inches wide with silky petals radiating in a deep ruby hue of purple. Expect these heirloom poppies to reach heights anywhere between 2 to 3 feet tall. Allow a few heads to go to red and they will self sow quite easily.
75 seeds per packet $4.95
Growing Information: A week or two before, or after last frost, broadcast seed on top of soil and lightly cover. Thin plants to 6 inches after true leaves appear. Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to enhance spring germination.
Days to Germination: 5 - 20
Plant Spacing: 6" (15cm)
Plant Height: 24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 10
Bloom Time: Individual flowers bloom for a few days but the plant produces new flowers from late spring to early summer.
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
