Illustrative photo.
Papaver orientale 'PATTY'S PLUM' oriental poppy
size/type
mid-sized perennial,mid-sized perennial
usual height
0,5-0,8m
usual width
0,5-0,8m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
May-June
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
3 (down to -40°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Oriental poppy is another extraordinary perennial with attractive flowers. Patty’s Plum bears large flowers or hardly describable colour that combines red, brown, and purple-violet. It has dark, burgundy red blotches inside. The flower colour is unusual and contrasts with fresh green, fern-like, hairy leaves.
Growing conditions and care
It grows in almost any well-drained soil, preferably medium fertile or poor, do not fertilize. Fully hardy to about -40°C.
Last update 12-01-2009.
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