SKU: 0025
Papaver Somniferum. Breadseed Poppy. Annual Flowers. Showy, Large, Pink blooms with burgundy centers. These make a spectacular display. Single blooms over 8 inches across! The flowers give way to Large main pods (Hens) surrounded by many smaller pods (Chicks). No need to buy a LARGER quantity of these! A few plants will get you gazillions of seeds! Very Easy! Give rich soil, average water and full sun. A garden show-off guaranteed to attract attention.
Also known as Florist Poppy, BreadSeed poppies produce incredibly showy, large single poppies. The flowers are followed by highly ornamental seed pods that are prized for floral arrangements. The pods are chocked-full of tiny seeds that are perfect for breadmaking and baking. Very easy to grow 3-4 foot plants. Freely re-seeds itself. Grows up to 4 feet high.
Most poppies are very easy to grow. They are a favorite of gardeners in every state for rock gardens, flower beds, containers, and most anyplace that you want color. Since poppies are self-sowing, if you allow them to go to seed you may only need to plant them once. Sow in Fall or early Spring. Annual.
200 count poppy seed pack.