Poppy Flanders Red - seed
Annual flowering poppy in vivid red with dark centres, very familiar to even non-gardeners as a symbol of remembrance to commemorate our ANZAC service personnel.
See Phillip Johnson's amazing poppy inspired display at the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show.
Papaver rhoeas - Flanders poppy, remembrance poppy, field poppy
DESCRIPTION: Tall growing annual, cup-shaped red flowers with almost black centres. Plant as a border or mass plant for a spectacular display of flowering colour.
PLANTING: Autumn and Spring in cooler climates. Sow directly into garden beds or seed raising mix, apply a thin layer of soil, gently pat the soil down and keep moist. Transplant to a full sun location in free draining soil when plants are easily handled.
CARE: Water seedlings regularly until established. Prefers dry conditions once established. Leave the seedheads on for a second season of interest. Add a slow release fertiliser on planting for best results.
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| 60cm H x 20cm W | 20cm | 3-5mm | 10-14 days | 20 weeks |
Contains 2000 seeds.
| Plants For State | ACT,NSW,NT,QLD,SA,VIC |
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| In Stock | NOW |
