Prince of Orange Oriental Poppy
Papaver orientalis 'Prince of Orange'
SKU
40019
One of the best poppies with huge, silken flowers, that ignite the early summer garden with color! Abundantly blooms for 2-3 weeks. Foliage goes dormant after bloom season; plant among early and later blooming perennials. Beautiful in borders, rock gardens or containers.
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Full sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | puh-PAY-ver or-ee-en-TAY-liss |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 24-30" tall x 12-15" wide |
| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 3 - 8
Your climate may be too cold for this plant