Poppy- American Legion

Papaver rhoeas Open Pollinated

  • Annual 60cm
  • Large bright red flowers
  • Attracts bees

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Description

Poppy- American Legion

Papaver rhoeas

  • Annual 60cm
  • Large bright red flowers
  • Attracts bees

Annual to 60cm. Plants have a rosette of deeply divided leaves with tall, single flower stems. The large bright red flowers have a clear white cross in their centres. The seed pods are also decorative. Ideal for mass planting in drifts, bedding, borders and as a short-lived cut flower. Attractive to bees.

This heirloom variety is also known as ‘Legion of Honor’.

Seeds per gram: 6500
Product code: Z-10070_P

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Best Months to Plant
  J F M A M J J A S O N D
Cool
Temperate
Sub-Tropical
Tropical
Arid
Method Sow direct
Sowing Depth 3mm
Season Late summer, autumn (and winter in warm climates)
Germination 14-21 days @ 16-24°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle Hardy Annual
Plant Spacing 30cm
Plant Height 60cm
Position Full sun, well drained soil
Days Until Maturity 140 days

*Notes: Pinch out early buds to encourage clumping. Remove spent flowers to prolong flowering. Protect from snails and slugs.

How To Grow

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