
Long-head poppy
Papaver dubium
Long-head poppy is a delicate annual or short-lived perennial that produces soft scarlet flowers with dark centres, ideal for wildflower meadows and cottage garden borders. It thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, relatively poor soils and needs little care beyond initial sowing. It self-seeds prolifically, returning year after year with minimal effort on your part.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
—
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly And Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings; Avoid Overwatering
Soil pH
5 – 5.5
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 18, 2020 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
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