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Orange Scarlet Papaver Plant

10.99
  • - Iceland Poppy
  • - Height: 28-32 inches
  • - Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: April-July
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Orange Scarlet Papaver Plant
Plant Features

Orange Scarlet Papaver Plant is an Oriental or Chinese Poppy cultivar. Its blossoms are large and open wide to reveal a dark, frilly eye that emerges from a green base and which seems to have splashed blackish-purple ink onto each of its inner petals. The blossoms of this Poppy are a remarkably brilliant shade of reddish-orange and open so wide as to almost appear completely flat, like a saucer. The color is sure to draw attention! Each 3-inch pot contains one Orange Scarlet Papaver plant.

Our Papaver (Poppy) Plants are grown with care, completely free from harmful pesticides, ensuring they are a safe and stunning addition to your garden. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Best planted in early spring or fall for optimal root development
  • - Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for mature growth

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5
  • - Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor soil as long as drainage is good

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water thoroughly when first planted, allowing the soil to dry between waterings
  • - Once established, Poppies are drought-tolerant and thrive with minimal watering

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring for best blooms
  • - Avoid over-fertilizing, as excessive nutrients can reduce flowering

Pruning and Training:

  • - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering
  • - Cut back after blooming to tidy the plant and encourage new growth

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Papaver is generally pest-free, though monitor for aphids in early growth stages
  • - Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms from late spring through early summer with large, crinkled petals in bold shades of red, orange, pink, and white

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerates both heat and cold once established

Companion Plants for Papaver:

  • - Lavender: Complements Poppy's vibrant blooms with its soft purple tones and drought tolerance
  • - Echinacea: Adds height and vibrant colors that blend beautifully with Papaver's bold flowers
  • - Coreopsis: Offers a bright, continuous display of yellow flowers that contrast well with Poppies
  • - Achillea: Complements Papaver with its delicate flower clusters and pollinator appeal
  • - Salvia: Provides vertical spikes of blue or purple flowers that contrast beautifully with Poppy's bold hues
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 6+ hours
Soil Moisture Moist
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Tall
Mature Spread 28-32 inches
Habit Upright
Flower Color Orange
Foliage Color Green
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Wild Birds
Garden Styles Container Garden, Cottage Garden, Pollinator Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Edible, Healing and Medicinal
Pet Friendly No
Plant Type Hybrid
Tolerates Sandy soil
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