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Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony'

Also Known As

  • Papaver 'Scarlet Peony'
  • Scarlet Peony Poppy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 18"-48"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 1-11

Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony' plant details

Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful on the front of Horticulture magazine and beautiful in your garden too! And so easy to grow. Full sun, rich soil, average water, and at least 1’ spacing is all you do. To 4’ tall and gorgeous next to blue Delphiniums. 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.

Gardening facts about Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony' plant

How to Grow Papaver somniferum 'Scarlet Peony'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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