Red Poppy Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Sow red poppy seeds in late fall or as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring. Plant just below the surface, lightly compacting the soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which usually occurs within 10-20 days. Do not attempt to move seedlings, since they resent having their roots disturbed.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought fairly well, though they appreciate watering in dry weather. Do not move or divide the plants, since they do not transplant well. Deadhead faded blossoms for additional blooming. 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.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Common poppy, Common Red poppy, Corn poppy, Flanders poppy, Shirley poppy
Latin Name: Papaver rhoeas
Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 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: 200,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
I haven't planted yet, but...
I've been purchasing Everwilde seeds for about two years now. The seeds that I have planted have produced very healthy plants. I love everything about the Everwilde Farms seed products. The seed packages themselves are beautiful. They have a beautiful Bible verse on the packages. I have my current seed packages in a bowl on my living room coffee table because they are so pretty (and so I don't forget to plant). Although I haven't planted the poppy seeds yet, I have every reason to believe that they will be just as successful as the other seeds that I've received from Everwilde. I don't buy seeds from anywhere else, now. Thank you, Everwilde for providing great seeds and great service!
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Arrived quickly, well packaged
5 stars for now. Let's see how they grow!
Arrived promptly and packaged as promised. Will update with pix mid-summer as to "how they grow". I've purchased other seeds from Everwilde in the past and had excellent results.
Well pacaged and timely delivery
Products are well packaged and well-taped and sealed. Delivery was quick as always with this business.
i "never" choose 5 stars
and didn't this time either . but i have to say those people do their job and do it well , and fast . my only "but" is i emailed and asked abt availability , of a particular seed always displayed , and always stamped "unavailable" .... except answer my one question . still 4 stars ain't bad - my highest rating i give
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
happy gardener
5- star - came fast
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Sow red poppy seeds in late fall or as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring. Plant just below the surface, lightly compacting the soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which usually occurs within 10-20 days. Do not attempt to move seedlings, since they resent having their roots disturbed.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants tolerate drought fairly well, though they appreciate watering in dry weather. Do not move or divide the plants, since they do not transplant well. Deadhead faded blossoms for additional blooming. 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.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Common poppy, Common Red poppy, Corn poppy, Flanders poppy, Shirley poppy
Latin Name: Papaver rhoeas
Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 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: 200,000
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
I haven't planted yet, but...
I've been purchasing Everwilde seeds for about two years now. The seeds that I have planted have produced very healthy plants. I love everything about the Everwilde Farms seed products. The seed packages themselves are beautiful. They have a beautiful Bible verse on the packages. I have my current seed packages in a bowl on my living room coffee table because they are so pretty (and so I don't forget to plant). Although I haven't planted the poppy seeds yet, I have every reason to believe that they will be just as successful as the other seeds that I've received from Everwilde. I don't buy seeds from anywhere else, now. Thank you, Everwilde for providing great seeds and great service!
Review
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Review
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Arrived quickly, well packaged
Review
5 stars for now. Let's see how they grow!
Arrived promptly and packaged as promised. Will update with pix mid-summer as to "how they grow". I've purchased other seeds from Everwilde in the past and had excellent results.
Review
Well pacaged and timely delivery
Products are well packaged and well-taped and sealed. Delivery was quick as always with this business.
Review
i "never" choose 5 stars
and didn't this time either . but i have to say those people do their job and do it well , and fast . my only "but" is i emailed and asked abt availability , of a particular seed always displayed , and always stamped "unavailable" .... except answer my one question . still 4 stars ain't bad - my highest rating i give
Review
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
Review
happy gardener
5- star - came fast