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Papaver orientale 'Marlene'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 20"-27"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

Papaver orientale 'Marlene' plant details

Papaver orientale 'Marlene' 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 'Marlene'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 20 IN - 27 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver orientale 'Marlene'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright in outline with strong stems to 27" producing rich purple red flowers. Drought tolerant like all the other oriental poppies.

Gardening facts about Papaver orientale 'Marlene' plant

How to Grow Papaver orientale 'Marlene'

  • 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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