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Papaver orientale 'Carmen'

Also Known As

  • Carmen Oriental Poppy

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"
  • W: 15"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

Papaver orientale 'Carmen' plant details

Papaver orientale 'Carmen' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver orientale 'Carmen'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 15 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver orientale 'Carmen'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Luscious red that will knock your socks off! Compact plant 15" x 15" with pure red flowers with black centers.

Gardening facts about Papaver orientale 'Carmen' plant

How to Grow Papaver orientale 'Carmen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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