Papaver somniferum [lavender]

Also Known As

Papaver 'Lavender Breadseed'
Lavender Breedseed Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"-42"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

1-11

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Papaver somniferum [lavender] plant details

Papaver somniferum [lavender] is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver somniferum [lavender]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 42 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, culinary, cutting garden, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver somniferum [lavender]

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a very beautiful lavender poppy with dark purple blotches at petal base and wavy edges. It produces the blue-grey or glossy-black poppy seed used in cooking. To 3 1/2 ft tall. Full Sun. Avg. Water. Rich soil makes more robust plants. To keep blossoms coming, cut off spent blooms. You can even cut the whole plant back by a third and new buds will spring from each leaf node. Note: Shade of lavender may vary. Reseeds! Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to West Virginia.