Flanders Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) Striking red blooms that are visible from great distances, Flanders poppies or Corn poppies, will grow in a wide variety of soil types and perform well in xeriscape landscapes. They self sow quite readily without ever becoming weedy. This symbolic Remembrance Day poppy is a good choice if you have frequent deer visitations due to the species being mildly toxic and unpleasantly bitter to grazing animals. Sow in spring or fall.
75 seeds per packet $4.45
Planting Instructions: Requires cold stratification before seeding. (4-5 weeks of refrigeration.) Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Broadcast seed on top of soil and lightly cover with dome or plastic film until emergence. Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to satisfy cold period required for spring germination.
Days to Sprout: 7 - 14
Plant Spacing: 8" (20cm)
Plant Height: 18" (45cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: Spring to Summer
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
