West Coast Seeds
West Coast Seeds (Mother of Pearl)
West Coast Seeds (Mother of Pearl)
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Papaver rhoeas. A breathtaking blend of crepe papery and subtly hued poppies, from dusty roses to muddy mauves, smoky strawberries to pearl whites, as well as bicolour picotees. Flowers grow on long stems up to 40-60cm (15-25") tall. This special blend was reportedly named by painter and gardener, Sir Cedric Morris.
| Latin Name |
Papaver nudicaule (perennial), P. rhoeas & P. somniferum (both annual) |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
| Exposure |
Full sun to partial shade |
| Germination |
20-30 days |
| Starting |
Sow on the surface of the soil, or barely cover seeds. Thin to a minimum of 15cm (6″) apart. |
| Growing |
Poppies are easy to grow and the self-sow with abandon, without becoming weedy. Simply pull up unwanted plants (an easy task) before they bloom, or better yet, let them tell you where they want to grow. They will thrive for years at a time in surprising spots, like a crack in the driveway. Other times, they simply won’t take, no matter how much you try. Keep them moderately well watered in hot, dry weather, and do not fertilize. |
