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Papaver setigerum

Also Known As

  • Poppy of Troy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 24"-30"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Papaver setigerum plant details

Papaver setigerum 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 average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver setigerum

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, rare, self-sowing, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver setigerum

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rarely seen poppy we are most delighted with! Related to the Lavender Breadseed Poppy but SHORTER & NEATER with pretty, deeply lobed, rich green, low foliage. When growing in groups, the plants will be extremely uniform, all growing to exactly 30” tall with shiny, lavender, single blooms bearing dark purple blotches. The good news is, unlike breadseed poppies, it doesn’t flop over or need staking when grown in rich soil. Reseeds! Poppy Fans - As cool season growers, Papavers should be planted only when extreme heat or extreme cold is not anticipated! Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to West Virginia.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Papaver setigerum plant

How to Grow Papaver setigerum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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