Poppy, Corn (Shirley) ~ Papaver rhoeas
14-Apr-2011
Poppy, Corn (Shirley) ~ Papaver rhoeas
This delightfully colorful species,the European, wild, Flander's Poppy is easy to grow and will thrive in most areas of the country. These will brighten any wildflower meadow and can make excellent cut flowers if the cut stem is first singed. The red, pink, white and salmon flowers have single and double petal forms with compact basil foliage.
Color: White/Pink/Red/Salmon
Height: 12-24
Type: Annual
Climate: P/Sun-Dry
Seeds/lb.: 3,180,000
Rate: 1oz./300 sq.ft.
Bloom time: Spring to Summer
Zone: 4-10
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