Oriental Poppy Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing the seed into the surface of the soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 14-20 days. Do not attempt to move seedlings, since they resent having their roots disturbed. For an early start, start the seed indoors in peat pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost and plant outdoors.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they appreciate watering in dry weather. Do not attempt to move the plants, since they do not transplant well. This plant does not grow well in high heat or humidity, and also resents excessively wet soil in the winter. Deadheading is not necessary, since this plant will not rebloom; if seeds are not required, cut the plant back after blooming has finished. This plant often self-sows, and is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately. For especially long-lasting blooms, sear the freshly cut ends with boiling water or a flame.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the seeds as soon as the pods have opened; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place; keep in mind that they tend to lose their viability quickly, and are best planted within a year of harvest.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Papaver orientale
Species Origin: Introduced US Flower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 110,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Red, Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Oriental Poppy Seeds
Seed packet received promptly in good condition. Must wait for planting in spring and germination results.
Reliable seller
The seller is highly reliable . Good germination rates, good seed counts. I have been buying seeds from them for years.
Fast Service
Delivery came quickly
Sow far sow good (get it?)
I ordered these too late to plant right now. I've found poppies do best for me when I sow the seeds either in the fall or early spring. If I can judge on the quick shipping speed and impressive packing of the shipment and the seeds, I anticipate a bumper crop. I will do my best to update next season. Thank you for the excellent service!
BEST BUY...............
GOOD JOB .....................
Poppies
Love the poppies. Would definitely order from them again.
Great
Products came very quickly, beautifully packaged.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, pressing the seed into the surface of the soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 14-20 days. Do not attempt to move seedlings, since they resent having their roots disturbed. For an early start, start the seed indoors in peat pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost and plant outdoors.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought well, though they appreciate watering in dry weather. Do not attempt to move the plants, since they do not transplant well. This plant does not grow well in high heat or humidity, and also resents excessively wet soil in the winter. Deadheading is not necessary, since this plant will not rebloom; if seeds are not required, cut the plant back after blooming has finished. This plant often self-sows, and is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately. For especially long-lasting blooms, sear the freshly cut ends with boiling water or a flame.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, small pods will form that eventually open at the top to reveal the ripe seeds. Gather the seeds as soon as the pods have opened; watch them carefully to prevent loss, since the seeds can easily be blown away by the wind. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place; keep in mind that they tend to lose their viability quickly, and are best planted within a year of harvest.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Papaver orientale
Species Origin: Introduced US Flower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 110,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Red, Orange
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Oriental Poppy Seeds
Seed packet received promptly in good condition. Must wait for planting in spring and germination results.
Review
Reliable seller
The seller is highly reliable . Good germination rates, good seed counts. I have been buying seeds from them for years.
Review
Fast Service
Delivery came quickly
Review
Sow far sow good (get it?)
I ordered these too late to plant right now. I've found poppies do best for me when I sow the seeds either in the fall or early spring. If I can judge on the quick shipping speed and impressive packing of the shipment and the seeds, I anticipate a bumper crop. I will do my best to update next season. Thank you for the excellent service!
Review
BEST BUY...............
GOOD JOB .....................
Review
Poppies
Love the poppies. Would definitely order from them again.
Review
Great
Products came very quickly, beautifully packaged.